Sterilization Technician

Description

Montshire Pediatric Dentistry is seeking a Sterilization Technician to join our team at our Sanford, ME office. We are a family-owned practice serving nearly 30,000 children across New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and Massachusetts. Our work centers on eliminating barriers to care so families can access the dental services they need.  

Our mission is to empower our team to use education, prevention, and compassion to deliver the highest quality of care in as many communities as possible. We accept all insurance, including Medicaid, and focus on preventing problems before they become serious, so children need fewer appointments and families get support without added stress.  

Our values shape how we work each day. We aim to Create Raving Fans through excellent care, Change the Game through innovation, Own It by taking responsibility, bring our Best Version Today, and maintain Playful Professionalism in every interaction.  

This is an opportunity to apply your skills in a meaningful way and be part of work that is genuinely changing outcomes for children. If you’re looking for a position where you can make a real difference in access to care, we’d like to hear from you. 

How We Invest in You: 

The salary range for this position is $23/hr- $30/hr. Final compensation is determined during the selection process and considers experience, education, and internal equity.  

Benefits include paid time off, health, dental, vision, and profit sharing.  

Training, mentorship, and a team culture where every person’s contribution matters.  

A supportive and fun environment that encourages collaboration, growth, and fresh ideas.

How to Apply:  

Please apply using the link provided and include your resume. We ask candidates to apply through our secure application tracking system (rather than third-party sites) so we can manage applications directly, respond promptly, and keep your information organized and protected throughout the hiring process. 

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:30PM

Requirements

  How You’ll Bring Our Values to Life Each Day:  

• Manages the sterilization center: has a thorough understanding of and follows all infection control protocol according to CDC & OSHA laws and guidelines.  
• Process, package, and prepare all instruments and materials coming through sterilization center. This process should be timely, not allowing backup of critical instruments and in accordance with proper OSHA protocol.  
• Keeping of appropriate logs to maintain compliance.   
• Clean, disinfect and reset treatment rooms between patients to support clinical teams and keep schedule running on time.  

What Makes You a Great Fit: 

• Must be detail-oriented to work efficiently in small spaces and maintain patient comfort  
• Must be flexible and understand that job duties may change from time to time and that may be asked to help in other areas of the office.   
• Must excel in forward thinking to anticipate the needs of the doctor as well as the patient.