UNIV - Sterile Processing Tech - College of Dental Medicine
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The Dental Assistant/Sterile Processing Technician reports to the Central Sterilization Manager. Under general supervision the Dental Assistant/Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontamination cleaning processing sterilization and distribution of instruments in compliance with dental clinic policies and procedures state local and federal requirements. This position Adheres to Standard Precautions as appropriate which may include the use of protective barriers as appropriate (e.g. gloves masks gowns pocket masks and/or safety glasses); handling and disposing of infectious waste appropriately; and hand washing as appropriate.Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
ClassifiedCost Center
CC001135 CDM Dental Teaching ClinicPay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
University-03
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Job Summary: The Dental Assistant/Sterile Processing Technician reports to the Central Sterilization Manager. Under general supervision the Dental Assistant/Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontamination cleaning processing sterilization and distribution of instruments in compliance with dental clinic policies and procedures state local and federal requirements. This position Adheres to Standard Precautions as appropriate which may include the use of protective barriers as appropriate (e.g. gloves masks gowns pocket masks and/or safety glasses); handling and disposing of infectious waste appropriately; and hand washing as appropriate.
Job Responsibilities:
30%: Operates all required sterilization equipment and machinery to accurately and safely prepare assembles and sterilizes instruments and supplies according to parameters of sterilization in accordance with The Department of Health OSHA CDC FDA and AAMI standards.
20%: Handles and cares for instruments appropriately including appropriate selection of cleaning agents lubricants examination for function identification and assembly according to guidelines and preparation for sterilization; retrieves malfunctioning instruments and ensures repairs are completed.
20%: Packs supplies/instruments wraps instruments for sterilization inspect each instrument for use function completeness and cleanliness.
10%: Retrieves contaminated instruments and delivers sterile instruments to and from dental clinics as scheduled for each shift
10%: Maintains appropriate records and monitors quality control and infection control standards. Provides asset management and support of surgical instruments and trays belonging to the facility.
5%: Serves as back up Dental Assistant for all dental clinics as needed
5%: All other duties as assigned by manager
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
A high school diploma completion of an ADA accredited dental assisting course OR a high school diploma and 2 years of dental assisting experience. Certification in Radiation Safety required for positions responsible for dental x-rays.
MUSC Physical Requirements:
(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)
Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform pinching operations. (Infrequent)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 50# unassisted.
Ability to lift/carry patients to 350# (/-) assisted.
Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 36 inches to 50# unassisted.
Ability to lower objects to 50# from height of 36 inches unassisted.
Ability to push/pull objects to 350#(/-) unassisted.
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
Must be ambidextrous.
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use initially and annually.
Additional New Requirements:
Computer literacy.
Ability to work rotating shifts.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes tools equipment as required
Additional Job Description
Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and one year experience or training within the specific work area. Some positions require licensure by the South Carolina Board of Dentistry. Some positions require certification as a dental assistant by the Dental Assisting National Board Inc. (4451 Dental Assistant IIA high school diploma and two years of dental assisting experience. Certification in Radiation Safety required for positions responsible for dental x-rays. (Special Hire Rate $25310) ) Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50# unassisted. Ability to lift/carry patients to 350# (/-) assisted. Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 36 inches to 50# unassisted. Ability to lower objects to 50# from height of 36 inches unassisted. Ability to push/pull objects to 350#(/-) unassisted. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Must be ambidextrous. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes tools equipment as required.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.
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