Sterilization/Dispensing Technician
Sterilization/Dispensing Technician
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12-05-2025
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Job Description
Primary Purpose
Under the immediate supervision of the PHCC Assistant Dental Director and the Director performs duties related to infection control and the sterilization and dispensing areas. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity equity and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decisionmaking that demonstrates awareness of and responsiveness to the ways sociocultural forces related to race gender ability sexuality socioeconomic status etc. impede or propel students faculty and staff.
Essential Functions
Process dental instruments and equipment to include receiving cleaning wrapping and sterilization of semicritical and critical items; disinfect noncritical portable dental equipment; inspect contents of all instrument cassettes and packages for completeness and damage; replace as needed. Operate and assist in the maintenance of washing and cleaning sterilization machines including weekly biological testing of autoclaves. Prepare prepackaged disposable items; dispense instrument cassettes and dental materials/equipment according to established procedures. Maintain an accurate inventory of borrowed and returned cassettes materials and equipment; maintain security of all inventories according to established procedures. Order supplies for dispensing windows; restock inventory as needed. Maintain a neat clean and orderly sterilization room and dispensing area according to established standards. Perform other duties as assigned by the PHCC Assistant Dental Director and the Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of: Sterilization techniques. Dental instruments/materials and their use. Dental terminology and procedures. Infection control protocol and requirements. Ability to: Index and alphabetize accurately. Recognize and setup dental instruments. Use electronic tracking system using bar coding scanners and reports provided by tracking software. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a dental/medical setting. Education/Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Certification in Central Sterilization required or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. Working Conditions: Position is fulltime eight (8) hours hours per day five (5) days per week. Must be available to work varying shifts to include evenings. Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may reasonably be anticipated. Personal protective equipment will be provided to reduce or eliminate exposure to routine or limited infectious agents.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience: Previous experience in a hospital or health care delivery system is highly desirable. Ability to: Communicate effectively with faculty staff and patients. Effectively provide assistance to staff and faculty. Maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Apply time management skills. Demonstrate initiative and sound judgment in fast paced environment. Work independently or as part of a team. Other: Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice equity and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Work Schedule
Position is fulltime eight (8) hours hours per day five (5) days per week. Must be available to work varying shifts to include evenings.
Under the immediate supervision of the PHCC Assistant Dental Director and the Director performs duties related to infection control and the sterilization and dispensing areas. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity equity and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decisionmaking that demonstrates awareness of and responsiveness to the ways sociocultural forces related to race gender ability sexuality socioeconomic status etc. impede or propel students faculty and staff.
Essential Functions
Process dental instruments and equipment to include receiving cleaning wrapping and sterilization of semicritical and critical items; disinfect noncritical portable dental equipment; inspect contents of all instrument cassettes and packages for completeness and damage; replace as needed. Operate and assist in the maintenance of washing and cleaning sterilization machines including weekly biological testing of autoclaves. Prepare prepackaged disposable items; dispense instrument cassettes and dental materials/equipment according to established procedures. Maintain an accurate inventory of borrowed and returned cassettes materials and equipment; maintain security of all inventories according to established procedures. Order supplies for dispensing windows; restock inventory as needed. Maintain a neat clean and orderly sterilization room and dispensing area according to established standards. Perform other duties as assigned by the PHCC Assistant Dental Director and the Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of: Sterilization techniques. Dental instruments/materials and their use. Dental terminology and procedures. Infection control protocol and requirements. Ability to: Index and alphabetize accurately. Recognize and setup dental instruments. Use electronic tracking system using bar coding scanners and reports provided by tracking software. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a dental/medical setting. Education/Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Certification in Central Sterilization required or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. Working Conditions: Position is fulltime eight (8) hours hours per day five (5) days per week. Must be available to work varying shifts to include evenings. Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may reasonably be anticipated. Personal protective equipment will be provided to reduce or eliminate exposure to routine or limited infectious agents.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience: Previous experience in a hospital or health care delivery system is highly desirable. Ability to: Communicate effectively with faculty staff and patients. Effectively provide assistance to staff and faculty. Maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Apply time management skills. Demonstrate initiative and sound judgment in fast paced environment. Work independently or as part of a team. Other: Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice equity and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Work Schedule
Position is fulltime eight (8) hours hours per day five (5) days per week. Must be available to work varying shifts to include evenings.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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