Dental Sterilization & Instrument Prep Trainee

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental options

Tuition Benefit

ECO Pass

Holiday/Vacation/Sick leave

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO is seeking a full-time Dispensary Technician Trainee to support the Department of Clinic Support Services. Under supervision, you will gain hands-on training in sterilization, instrument distribution, and inventory management to support the School of Dental Medicine's clinical operations and education.

This trainee position emphasizes growth in healthcare with a structured training plan in a fast-paced academic environment,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Colorado residency is required at time of application.
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at time of hire.
• Willingness to work morning or afternoon shifts and on different floors as needed.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize instruments and equipment; maintain sterile processing areas.
• Perform cleaning and decontamination of instruments per procedures.
• Inventory cassettes and instruments for accurate distribution to operatories.
• Monitor sterilization cycles for safety and quality compliance.
• Prepare instrument sets for students, residents, and faculty; issue sterile instruments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Sterilization knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO is seeking a full-time Dispensary Technician Trainee to support the Department of Clinic Support Services. Under supervision, you will gain hands-on training in sterilization, instrument distribution, and inventory management to support the School of Dental Medicine's clinical operations and education.

This trainee position emphasizes growth in healthcare with a structured training plan in a fast-paced academic environment,