Sterilization Technician Senior
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Dentistry
Posted on May 6, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Sterilization Technician Senior
Requisition Number
RE45220
Working Title
Department Name
7A121:Dentistry-Shared Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
41
Salary Range
$15.67-25.05/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Sterile Processing certification (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution ( CBSPD). Must maintain throughout Employment.
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs, standing/walking for extended periods of time, handling sharp instruments.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8 hours per day. Hours are based on processing needs of the department.
Job Summary
This position will serve as the team lead for the Dentistry Sterilization Division, will provide training for new staff, and will assume the duties of the supervisor in the supervisor's absence.
The person in this position is responsible for performing instrument cleaning, sterilization and packaging; and the distribution and collection of dental procedural/surgical kits and instruments. The successful candidate will assuring patient safety and infection control while providing exceptional customer service.
To be considered for this position, candidates must possess upon hire a sterile processing certification as a condition of employment. Must maintain the certification throughout employment.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Leadership, teamwork, excellent communication skill, patience, accuracy, attention to detail, hand and finger dexterity and motor skill, knowledge of sterilization and packaging processes and procedures, knowledge of safety hazards, maintaining records/logs and proper chain of command, teamwork, flexibility, positive attitude and behaviors, ability to work in a stressful environment. Must possess a Sterile Processing certification ( CSBPD or IAHCSMM) upon hire and must maintain the certification throughout employment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in sterile processing in a dental setting preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/12/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Sterilization Technician Senior
Requisition Number
RE45220
Working Title
Department Name
7A121:Dentistry-Shared Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
41
Salary Range
$15.67-25.05/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Sterile Processing certification (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution ( CBSPD). Must maintain throughout Employment.
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs, standing/walking for extended periods of time, handling sharp instruments.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8 hours per day. Hours are based on processing needs of the department.
Job Summary
This position will serve as the team lead for the Dentistry Sterilization Division, will provide training for new staff, and will assume the duties of the supervisor in the supervisor's absence.
The person in this position is responsible for performing instrument cleaning, sterilization and packaging; and the distribution and collection of dental procedural/surgical kits and instruments. The successful candidate will assuring patient safety and infection control while providing exceptional customer service.
To be considered for this position, candidates must possess upon hire a sterile processing certification as a condition of employment. Must maintain the certification throughout employment.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Leadership, teamwork, excellent communication skill, patience, accuracy, attention to detail, hand and finger dexterity and motor skill, knowledge of sterilization and packaging processes and procedures, knowledge of safety hazards, maintaining records/logs and proper chain of command, teamwork, flexibility, positive attitude and behaviors, ability to work in a stressful environment. Must possess a Sterile Processing certification ( CSBPD or IAHCSMM) upon hire and must maintain the certification throughout employment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in sterile processing in a dental setting preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/12/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Describe your sterilization technician experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your training and experience with quality control, safety and sterilization processes.
(Open Ended Question) - * Do you have a Sterile Processing certification (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)), and do you agree to maintain the certification throughout employment?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
