Central Sterilization Technician (Dental Center)

32BJ Dental Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Spanish fluency bonus

Prime Flatiron location

35-hour work week

Health package

Pension plan

401K employer contributions

CE reimbursement

Federal holidays

Job summary

The 32BJ Dental Center in New York, NY is hiring full-time Central Sterilization Technicians to support dental center operations. The role requires completing the CS program with IAHCSMM accreditation and maintained sterilization standards across instruments and supplies.

We offer a competitive salary, a 35-hour work week, a comprehensive health package, a 2,000 USD fluency bonus, and strong retirement benefits. The Flatiron District location provides convenient access for staff.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma and completed Central Sterile Service Program with IAHCSMM accreditation.
• Certification by IAHCSMM.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments and dental supplies following proper sterilization standards.
• Assemble, sterilize, wrap and seal trays of instruments following proper sterilization standards.
• Monitors wash solutions for quality and consistency in decontamination processes.
• Sort and categorize instruments to ensure correct and complete trays.
• Maintain storage of instruments with proper wrapping dates; ensure timely availability of trays.
• Assist with ordering, replacement and inventory control of instruments and supplies.
• Maintain biomedical inspection reviews and keep bio-hazard stickers up to date.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Sterilization procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Central Sterile Service Program

IAHCSMM certificate

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Full Time New York, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2091

Salary Range: $62,892.29 To $62,892.29 Annually

Salary Range: As established by contract (If annualized, $62,892.29 as New Hire)

*Work Schedule: Will Include Saturdays*

Additional Pay: Plus $2,000 annually based on required Spanish fluency.

The 32BJ Dental Center is growing, and we’re excited to announce the expansion of our Dental Center. We’re currently hiring for patient-driven Dental Central Sterilization Technicians (CST) to join our team. We offer:

• Competitive Salary coupled with a great work/life balance.
• Spanish Fluency Addition:$2,000 annually added to your pay
• Prime Location - Flatiron District in Manhattan
• Full-time Scheduleconsisting of a35-hour work week.
• Comprehensive Health Package including medical, dental & vision coverage with no employee contribution to the premium.
• Pension Benefit that includes monthly employer contributions.
• Retirement Benefit that includes 4% 401K employer contributions.
• Professional Coverage/Reimbursementincludes Continuing Education (CE) reimbursement, malpractice coverage, and uniform allowance.
• Federal Paid Holidays – Up to 11 days off with pay.
• And more...

Summary

The CST provides full support to the successful operations of the Dental Center utilizing the appropriate standards for the maintenance and sterilization of all instruments utilized in the care and treatment of Dental Center patients. Possesses full knowledge and experience regarding the operations of all sterilization equipment and instrument procedure case system.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments and dental supplies following proper sterilization standards.
• Assemble, sterilize, wrap and seal trays of instruments following proper sterilization standards.
• Monitors biological and chemical wash solutions to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and equipment.
• Sort and categorize instruments according to procedures assuring that instrument trays are correct and complete.
• Maintain proper storage of instruments displaying sterilization wrapping dates and making sure that all trays available for use are within timeframe standards.
• Assist with the ordering, replacement and inventory control of all instruments, supplies and materials to meet the correct levels and standards.
• Maintain biomedical inspection review and reports up to date, display all bio-hazard inspection stickers as required.
• Provide weekly review of sterilization equipment, review calibrations assuring equipment is in full compliance and working standards.
• Maintain log and tagging systems ensuring proper tracking and that all instruments are returned to the correct storage area.
• Perform and log BD and Spore testing as necessary, report failures immediately and collect all instruments that were processed during failed cycles.

Qualifications

HS Diploma, successfully completed Central Sterile Service Program and provide certificate accredited by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM)

Requirements

Certification International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management(IAHCSMM)

Language Skills

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.

Reasoning Ability

High

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work in surroundings with degree of dust, noise, etc. without undue discomfort.
• Ability to hear, talk, walk, stand, bend and stretch
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents
• Ability to sit for long periods of time at desk to perform job functions *
• Ability to stand for long periods of time as required in procedural or sterilization areas
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and/or co-workers
• May be exposed to mechanical/electrical/radiant/explosive/burn and chemical hazards.
• May be required to handle, dispose of and/or identify hazardous waste and hazardous materials
• May be required to operate and clean equipment
• May be required to work both indoor/outdoor under extreme temperatures.
• May be required to handle reasonably heavy weights across distances
• Must be trained in and knowledgeable of all IFH policies and procedures pertaining to hazardous waste and hazardous materials and maintain qualifications applicable to assigned work
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.