Behind the scenes of dental office experiences, you’ll find sterilization techs performing essential duties. All the instruments that the hygienists and doctors use become unsanitary after each use. The job of sterilization technicians is to ensure that they are thoroughly cleaned and sterile.

However, these techs also prep x-ray stations, surgery areas and ensuring they’re sterile before and after use. This is especially important in a post-COVID-19 world, as these individuals do their part to keep patients and staff members safe.