Sterile Processing Technician
Indiana University
Job Info
Department
DENTISTRY-SUPPORT SERVICES (IA-DSDS-IUINA)
Department Information
The Indiana University School of Dentistry has been advancing oral health in the state and beyond since 1879, when it was founded as the Indiana Dental College. Over the past 140 years, we've become a national leader in preparing oral health professionals, conducting innovative research that has an impact on patients and the profession, and providing patient-centered care.
Job Summary
- Decontaminates all medical instruments, related equipment, and all labware by use of an automated washer/disinfector.
- Identifies opportunities to improve processes while providing quality services
- Inspects all medical, lab instruments, and related equipment processed by department for form and function to assess acceptability for re-use.
- Assists in establishing procedures for decontaminating, setting up and sterilizing instruments
- Monitors inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies, preventing waste and controlling costs
- Packages items for terminal sterilization based on the method of sterilization to be used.
Qualifications
This position is posted at the Intermediate Career Level but may be filled at the Foundational Career Level depending on the candidate's qualifications. Although they will be similar, the duties and responsibilities may differ if filled at the lower rank.
Intermediate Requirements:
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Required
- 2 years of Sterilization processing or related field
Required
- CRCST Certified Registered Central Service Technician
Required
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
Foundational Requirements:
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Required
- 2 years of Sterilization processing or related field
Required
- CRCST Certified Registered Central Service Technician upon date of hire
Required
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
Working Conditions / Demands
The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
IU Indianapolis Campus
Advertised Salary
$18.00 - $19.50 per hour based on experience.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Job Classification
Career Level: Intermediate
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Health Services
Job Family: Dentistry
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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