STERILE SUPPLY TECHNICIAN-SOD

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a STERILE SUPPLY TECHNICIAN-SOD to operate sterilizing equipment in a fast-paced clinical setting. The role involves decontamination, packaging and timely distribution of dental instruments and patient care items.

The candidate will handle inventory, monitor autoclaves, and follow current sterilization regulations and CDC guidelines, ensuring sterility and readiness for patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and one year experience in Sterile Supply required.
• Currently CSPDT certification preferred by CBSPD.
• Knowledge of sterilization procedures and infection control practices; prior healthcare or dental environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate sterilizing equipment according to current regulations and guidelines.
• Monitor and report technical problems with autoclaves and equipment.
• Maintain proper inventory of sterilization chemicals and supplies.
• Collect, clean, decontaminate, disinfect and sterilize dental instruments, trays, and patient care equipment.
• Hand wash and cold sterilize equipment as indicated per CDC guidelines.
• Work closely with faculty, staff and students in a fast-paced clinical environment to ensure instruments are sterilized, packaged and distributed on time.

Skills

Sterile processing knowledge

Infection control practices

Healthcare experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - STERILE SUPPLY TECHNICIAN-SOD (T233806)

STERILE SUPPLY TECHNICIAN-SOD - ( T233806 )

Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a STERILE SUPPLY TECHNICIAN-SOD to operate all sterilizing equipment according to current regulations. To monitor and report technical problems with equipment and autoclaves. To keep proper inventory of sterilization chemicals and supplies. To collect, clean, decontaminate, disinfect and/or sterilize dental instruments, trays and packs, and patient care equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure sterility and functionality of instruments and equipment. To hand wash and cold sterilize equipment as indicated per CDC sterilization guidelines.

This role is hands‑on and detail-oriented. The technician will work closely with faculty, staff, and students in a fast‑paced clinical environment, ensuring all instruments and equipment are sterilized, packaged, and distributed accurately and on time.

(Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $16.93)

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED and one (1) year experience in Sterile Supply required. Currently Certified as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) with the Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) preferred.

Knowledge of sterilization procedures, infection control practices, and prior experience in healthcare or dental environments. Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently and as part of a team, reliability, and good communication skills.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Clerical & Administrative

Organization

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite