Loma Linda University Health is hiring a Sterilization Technician for a temporary assignment through 06/30/2026. This onsite role is central to our clinical operations, ensuring the safe processing of reusable dental instruments and maintaining a clean, efficient work environment in support of our mission to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
What You'll Do
- Clean, sterilize, and deliver reusable dental instruments.
- Clean and monitor equipment within the department.
- Maintain an organized and clean work area.
- Become cross-trained in the laundry aspect of the department.
- Process sterilized items for departments and students.
- Perform other duties as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Able to keyboard 40 wpm.
- Able to read, write legibly, and speak in English with professional quality.
- Proficient with computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot basic office equipment.
- Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
- Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction.
- Effective telephone communication, critical thinking, and ability to manage multiple assignments.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload, work well under pressure, and solve problems.
- Accurate recall of information, close attention to detail, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Able to distinguish colors as necessary.
- Sufficient hearing for general conversation and to identify workplace sounds.
- Adequate vision to read computer screens and written documents.
Nice to Have
- Minimum six months experience working in a dental or medical area.
- Knowledge of dental instruments and their maintenance.
- Central Service Sterilization Technician Certification.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
