Sterilization Technician

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University seeks a Sterilization Technician to clean and sterilize dental instruments, track through the cleaning process using scanning technology, and maintain records for the clinic. You will operate disinfection equipment, perform routine maintenance, and support office staff to ensure smooth clinic operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, up to 6 months of related experience, and familiarity with dental instruments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Up to 6 months of related experience.
• Familiarity with dental instruments; dental assistant training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize dental instruments including instrument cassettes and handpieces.
• Track instruments through cleaning and sterilization using scanning technology.
• Operate disinfection equipment and perform routine maintenance on dental devices.
• Troubleshoot errors and maintain clinic files; support staff as needed.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Familiarity with computers

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Sterilize dental instruments including instrument cassettes, bur blocks, endo file boxes, and handpieces. Track dental instruments through all phases of the cleaning and sterilization process by utlilizing scanning technology. Perform routine maintenance on a variety of dental equipment. Operate disinfection and sterilization equipment. Troubleshoot error messages, perform preventative maintenance to ensure optimal operation of equipment. Maintain files and records and provide support to clinic office staff.

Qualifications

Required Education:High school diploma or equivalentRequired Experience:Up to 6 months of related experience. Familiarity with dental instruments.Preferred Experience:Dental assistant training or experience.Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Ability to work in a fast paced and hectic environment. Strong interpersonal skills. Familiarity working with computers.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $34.525. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.