Senior Clerk B, Sterilization

Columbia University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated support staff member to maintain the sterilization area and ensure all instrumentation is properly processed. This role involves inspecting and sterilizing dental instruments, adhering to strict safety protocols, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. The ideal candidate will have a background in sterile processing, along with relevant certifications. Join a collaborative environment that values commitment to quality and safety in healthcare services, and contribute to the well-being of the community through your vital role.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or equivalent business experience.
• Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, pack, and sterilize dental instruments.
• Maintain the sterilization area according to policy.
• Adhere to safety and sterilization regulations.

Skills

Sterilization Protocols

Safety Regulations

Instrument Handling

Education

Completion of Sterile Processing Training Program

Associate's Degree or Equivalent Experience

NYS Dental Assistant Certification

Job description

• Job Type: Support Staff - Union


• Bargaining Unit: SSA


• Regular/Temporary: Regular


• Hours Per Week: 35


• Salary Range: $49,296.71-$49,296.71

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Sterilization, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining the sterilization area and all instrumentation that requires reprocessing.

Responsibilities

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  Will inspect, pack and sterilize dental instruments and materials and operate the sterilization equipment according to protocol.

  
  


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  Will collect soiled instrumentation and deliver clean instrumentation according to schedule.

  
  


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  Maintains the sterilization area neatly according to policy.

  
  


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  Performs other related duties as assigned.

  
  


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  Incumbent must adhere strictly to safety, sterilization, handling and technical regulations.

  
  


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  Performs other related duties as assigned.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of college or completion of secretarial school of equivalent business experience (2 years of education = 3 years of experience) plus a minimum of one- or two-years related experience.


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  Completion of sterile processing training program with a certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST); or a NYS Dental Assistant certification.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree desirable.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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