Sterilization Technician

Touro University; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Plan

403b Retirement

Job summary

Touro College of Dental Medicine is seeking a Sterilization Technician to maintain a clean and safe dental clinic environment through cleaning, sterilizing, and disinfecting instruments. You will also manage inventory and ensure infection control compliance.

Responsibilities include instrument processing, infection control adherence, inventory management, equipment maintenance, keeping the sterilization area organized, and following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• CPR Certification Required.
• General administrative duties required.
• Ability to solve complex problems and meet deadlines required.
• Accuracy and productivity in completing tasks required.

Responsibilities

• Instrument Processing: Cleaning, sterilizing, and disinfecting dental instruments and equipment.
• Infection Control: Ensuring all sterilization procedures adhere to established protocols to prevent the spread of infection.
• Inventory Management: Maintaining an adequate supply of sterilization supplies and instruments.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensuring sterilization equipment is functioning properly and reporting any issues.
• Maintaining a Clean Environment: Keeping the sterilization area clean and organized.
• Following Protocols: Adhering to all relevant safety and infection control guidelines.

Skills

General administrative duties

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR Certification

Job description

Sterilization Technician

• Job Locations: US-NY-Hawthorne
• ID: 2026-13456
• College: TUNY - College of Dental Medicine
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Schedule Shift: Varies
• Hours Per Week: 36.5
• Travel: As needed
• Category: Healthcare/Clinics
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Location : Country: US

Overview

A Sterilization Technician at Touro College of Dental Medicine is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment in the dental clinic by cleaning, sterilizing, and disinfecting dental instruments and equipment. The incumbent will also manage the inventory of sterilization supplies and ensure compliance with infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Instrument Processing: Cleaning, sterilizing, and disinfecting dental instruments and equipment.
• Infection Control: Ensuring all sterilization procedures adhere to established protocols to prevent the spread of infection.
• Inventory Management: Maintaining an adequate supply of sterilization supplies and instruments.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensuring sterilization equipment is functioning properly and reporting any issues.
• Maintaining a Clean Environment: Keeping the sterilization area clean and organized.
• Following Protocols: Adhering to all relevant safety and infection control guidelines.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• CPR Certification Required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• General administrative duties required.
• Ability to solve complex problems and meet deadlines required.
• Accuracy and productivity in completing tasks required
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving skills, collaboration and matrix management skills required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal) required.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy and precision are crucial in sterilization procedures.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication with students, faculty, and other staff.
• Organization and Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Certifications/Licensures

• Sterile Processing Certification: Certification such as CRCST or CSPD is a plus.

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 25 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

Maximum Salary

USD $60,600.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $48,480.00/Yr.

Benefits

• Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
  • Full range of Health Plans
    • Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
    • Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
  • Dependent Care and Transit Programs
  • Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term disability programs
  • Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
  • Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
  • Generous Paid Time Off
    • Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
    • Annual Holiday Schedule
• All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
• Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
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