Sterilization Supervisor

University Of Florida

Job Location:

Gainesville, FL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 22 - 23

Posted on: 9 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Sterilization Supervisor
Classification Minimum Requirements:	High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The College of Dentistry is recruiting a Sterilization Supervisor to manage the daily operations of the Central Sterilization unit in the Department of Clinic Administration. This unit provides sterilization services to the UFCD dental students and faculty by providing sanitized dental instruments for patient care. Overall duties include leading and developing the team of Sterilization Technicians ensuring safety standards and regulations are consistently met while maintaining efficient operations so that instrument kits are properly washed verified packaged and sterilized accurately and in a timely manner. Lead coordinate and perform daily sterilization duties Ensure all three locations of Central Sterilization operate safely accurately and efficiently by engaging the team confirming their knowledge of the necessary tasks and focus for completion of duties safely and efficiently Ensure all federal state UFCD and industry standard regulations and guidelines are maintained Develop central sterilization team as DANB Certified Sterile Equipment Technicians Ensure staff is properly trained before performing sterilization duties Manage daily staff assignments coverage for lunches breaks and scheduling adjustments in the event of staff shortage Ensure both student leasing instrument kits and reusable equipment is properly disinfected and sterilized verified wrapped or bagged labeled accurately and in a timely manner for pick-up Replace broken or missing instruments Dispense clean instruments to dental students and departments using computer program INFO-DOT. Collect track and process dirty instruments according to sterilization protocol. Ensure all requested instruments for courses and other activities are sterilized and ready for pick-up or delivery Inventory Ensure all area supplies are ordered and levels are adequate Perform (along with staff) periodic inventory counts of instrument kits Manage instrument kit inventory using axiUm and Metalcraft ID system Instrument Maintenance Ensure equipment is being properly oiled and maintained Inspect and evaluate for burs that need to be replaced and requires attention to very minute details Manage the missing and broken instrument process using axiUm and Outlook messaging Maintain equipment maintenance schedule and arrange for necessary repairs Performance Management Conduct team meetings when needed to announce changes in safety protocols operations new sterilization techniques or other business functions and also to promote team building and communication Conduct check-ins with TEAMs staff through UF Engaged to discuss performance give feedback and hear feedback Follow-up on staff issues and concerns involving upper management and/or HR if necessary Communicate frequently with other team members such as OPS or student assistants to ensure proper performance feedback is given throughout the year Perform other duties as assigned
Expected Salary:	$22.00 - $23.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience Benefits: The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans a number of Dental plans to fit you and your familys needs and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life disability legal and accident insurance are also available. Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans. UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation sick leave 11 paid holidays personal leave days and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually 13 sick days annually and 4 personal leave days typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with lifes challenges by offering paid family leave eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period. UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers! Explore UFs plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits
Required Qualifications:	High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience.
Preferred:	Dental Assisting National Board certified dental assistant Formal training in a dental assisting program Certification for Sterile Processing such as CRCST or CSPDT offered by the CBSPD and/or Infection Prevention such as CIDPC offered by DANB/ADS State of Florida expanded duties functions auxiliary certification
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter resume and a list of three references. This position is eligible for veterans preference. If you are claiming veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veterans Preference Pagefor more specific information. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes

Required Experience:

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Classification Title:Sterilization SupervisorClassification Minimum Requirements:High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience.Job Description:The College of Dentistry is recruiting a Sterilization Supervisor to manage the daily operations of the Central Sterilization unit in the Department...

Classification Title:	Sterilization Supervisor
Classification Minimum Requirements:	High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The College of Dentistry is recruiting a Sterilization Supervisor to manage the daily operations of the Central Sterilization unit in the Department of Clinic Administration. This unit provides sterilization services to the UFCD dental students and faculty by providing sanitized dental instruments for patient care. Overall duties include leading and developing the team of Sterilization Technicians ensuring safety standards and regulations are consistently met while maintaining efficient operations so that instrument kits are properly washed verified packaged and sterilized accurately and in a timely manner. Lead coordinate and perform daily sterilization duties Ensure all three locations of Central Sterilization operate safely accurately and efficiently by engaging the team confirming their knowledge of the necessary tasks and focus for completion of duties safely and efficiently Ensure all federal state UFCD and industry standard regulations and guidelines are maintained Develop central sterilization team as DANB Certified Sterile Equipment Technicians Ensure staff is properly trained before performing sterilization duties Manage daily staff assignments coverage for lunches breaks and scheduling adjustments in the event of staff shortage Ensure both student leasing instrument kits and reusable equipment is properly disinfected and sterilized verified wrapped or bagged labeled accurately and in a timely manner for pick-up Replace broken or missing instruments Dispense clean instruments to dental students and departments using computer program INFO-DOT. Collect track and process dirty instruments according to sterilization protocol. Ensure all requested instruments for courses and other activities are sterilized and ready for pick-up or delivery Inventory Ensure all area supplies are ordered and levels are adequate Perform (along with staff) periodic inventory counts of instrument kits Manage instrument kit inventory using axiUm and Metalcraft ID system Instrument Maintenance Ensure equipment is being properly oiled and maintained Inspect and evaluate for burs that need to be replaced and requires attention to very minute details Manage the missing and broken instrument process using axiUm and Outlook messaging Maintain equipment maintenance schedule and arrange for necessary repairs Performance Management Conduct team meetings when needed to announce changes in safety protocols operations new sterilization techniques or other business functions and also to promote team building and communication Conduct check-ins with TEAMs staff through UF Engaged to discuss performance give feedback and hear feedback Follow-up on staff issues and concerns involving upper management and/or HR if necessary Communicate frequently with other team members such as OPS or student assistants to ensure proper performance feedback is given throughout the year Perform other duties as assigned
Expected Salary:	$22.00 - $23.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience Benefits: The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans a number of Dental plans to fit you and your familys needs and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life disability legal and accident insurance are also available. Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans. UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation sick leave 11 paid holidays personal leave days and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually 13 sick days annually and 4 personal leave days typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with lifes challenges by offering paid family leave eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period. UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers! Explore UFs plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits
Required Qualifications:	High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience.
Preferred:	Dental Assisting National Board certified dental assistant Formal training in a dental assisting program Certification for Sterile Processing such as CRCST or CSPDT offered by the CBSPD and/or Infection Prevention such as CIDPC offered by DANB/ADS State of Florida expanded duties functions auxiliary certification
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter resume and a list of three references. This position is eligible for veterans preference. If you are claiming veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veterans Preference Pagefor more specific information. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes