Sterilization/Dispensing Technician

University of the Pacific; California, Sacramento (MO, CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Sterilization/Dispensing Technician to support infection control and sterilization processes. The role involves processing dental instruments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and certification in Central Sterilization. This is a full-time position with varying shifts, including evenings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a dental/medical setting.
• Certification in Central Sterilization required within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Process dental instruments and equipment, including sterilization.
• Maintain inventory of borrowed and returned cassettes and materials.
• Order supplies for dispensing windows and restock inventory.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in Central Sterilization

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Position is full-time, eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days per week. Must be available to work varying shifts, including evenings.

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Job Title	Sterilization/Dispensing Technician
Union Level
Department	Department of Clinic Administration
Campus	Sacramento
Posting Number	201304020P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule
Position End Date
Open Date	05/09/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Sponsorship

Position Summary Information

Under the immediate supervision of the PHCC Assistant Dental Director and the Director, performs duties related to infection control and the sterilization and dispensing areas.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Primary Purpose
Essential Functions	Process dental instruments and equipment, including receiving, cleaning, wrapping, and sterilizing semi-critical and critical items; disinfect non-critical portable dental equipment; inspect the contents of all instrument cassettes and packages for completeness and damage; replace as needed. Operate and assist in the maintenance of washing and cleaning sterilization machines, including weekly biological testing of autoclaves. Prepare pre-packaged disposable items; dispense instrument cassettes and dental materials/equipment according to established procedures. Maintain an accurate inventory of borrowed and returned cassettes, materials, and equipment, and secure all inventories according to established procedures. Order supplies for dispensing windows; restock inventory as needed. Maintain a neat, clean, orderly sterilization room and dispensing area according to established standards. Perform other duties as assigned by the PHCC Assistant Dental Director and the Director. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Education/Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Certification in Central Sterilization is required or must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a dental/medical setting.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience: Previous experience in a hospital or health care delivery system is highly desirable. Knowledge of: Sterilization techniques. Dental instruments/materials and their use. Dental terminology and procedures. Infection control protocol and requirements. Ability to: Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and patients. Effectively assist staff and faculty. Maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Apply time management skills. Demonstrate initiative and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment. Work independently or as part of a team. Index and alphabetize accurately. Recognize and set up dental instruments. Use an electronic tracking system using bar coding, scanners, and reports provided by tracking software. Other: Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive 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 with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires standing during most working hours. Requires lifting instrument baskets in and out of an autoclave machine and lifting boxes of gloves and dental materials up to forty (40) lbs. Requires moving large mobile carts through clinic areas. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Position is full-time, eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days per week. Must be available to work varying shifts, including evenings. Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may reasonably be anticipated. Personal protective equipment will be provided to reduce or eliminate exposure to routine or limited infectious agents.
Hiring Range	$20.16 - $26.70 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.