Lead Sterilization Technician

New York University; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Sterilization Technician to oversee sterilization activities in a dynamic healthcare environment. This role involves ensuring compliance with infection control policies, operating sterilization equipment, and maintaining inventory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sterilization protocols and experience with dental instrumentation. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in patient care and sustainability, where your skills will contribute to a vital mission in healthcare.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with automated and mechanical equipment in Central Service.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor sterilization activities and ensure compliance with infection control policies.
• Sterilize instruments and perform routine maintenance on dental equipment.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Mathematical Calculations

Cleaning Procedures

Disinfection Protocols

Sterilization Protocols

Regulatory Standards

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Autoclave

Washer/Decontaminator

Cart Washer

Instrument Tracking System

Job description

Lead Sterilization Technician

Posting Number

2025-14513

Location : Location

US-NY-New York

Hybrid Remote Work Classification

Fully Onsite: 100% Onsite

Department

Brooklyn - Patient Care - Staff

School/Division

College of Dentistry (DN1032)

Compensation Grade

Local 3882 - 42

Union

Local 3882 - Union of Clerical, Administrative and Technical Staff (UCATS)

FT/PT

Full-Time

Category

Health Services

Position Summary

Monitor daily sterilization activities of the Brooklyn office, within guidelines, including the sterilization of instrument cassettes, bur blocks, endofile boxes and handpieces. Examine clinical hand pieces to ensure they are properly maintained after each use (purging and lubrication of each unit) and ensure compliance with all workflow and infection control policies and procedures. Periodically inspect quality of instrument cassettes and report any deficiencies to the Director. Track dental instruments through all phases of the cleaning and sterilization process by utilizing scanning technology. Sterilize instruments, operate autoclave, and perform routine maintenance on a variety of simple dental equipment (disassemble, clean, reassemble, store). Maintain inventory, assist with ordering supplies, stock medical disposable goods in storage areas, and ensure the Brooklyn office has all necessary materials). Answer telephones; respond to requests from internal and external customers.

Qualifications

Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:
3+ years experience including maintaining and operating all pieces of automated and mechanical equipment used in the processing areas (e.g., washer/decontaminator, sterilizer, cart washer, etc.) of Central Service.

Preferred Experience:
Experience with dental instrumentation.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interpret policies and procedures and to follow written instructions. Ability to perform detailed work and basic mathematical calculations. Must have a thorough knowledge of cleaning procedures, disinfection and sterilization protocols, and the maintenance, disassembly and assembly of dental equipment, and regulatory standards. Ability to operate basic office equipment (e.g., personal computer, photocopier, etc.).

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Current Central Service certification by an accredited agency (IAHCSMM or CBSPD). Operational knowledge of standard dental instrumentation, prostheses, instruments, and equipment. Certification in Healthcare Leadership (CHL) education and/or the concepts. Knowledge of Instrument Tracking system.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $34.829. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.

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