Job Description
Sterilization/Dispensing Technician
Primary Purpose:
Under the immediate supervision of the sterilization and dispensing manager, perform duties related to the dispensary area including dispensing of dental instruments and materials, and collection of contaminated items.
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.
Essential Functions:
- Process used dental instruments and equipment to include receiving, cleaning, wrapping, and
sterilization of semi-critical and critical items; disinfect non-critical portable dental equipment;
inspect 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 in central sterilization, including weekly biological testing of all 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;
maintain security of all inventory according to established procedures.
- Understand and properly employ the electronic tracking system using bar coding, scanners,
and reports provided by tracking software.
- Order supplies for dispensing windows; restock inventory as needed; track inventory in the
dispensary and storage lockers.
- Maintain a neat, clean and orderly sterilization room and dispensing area according to
established standards.
- Monitor adherence to infection control policies and procedures among clinic students,
residents and faculty.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Sterilization and Dispensing Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
- Sterilization techniques.
- Dental instruments/materials and their use.
- Dental terminology
- Infection control protocol and requirements.
- Index and alphabetize accurately.
- Recognize and set-up dental instruments.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a dental/medical setting.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification in Central Sterilization required or obtain within 12 months of employment
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and patients.
- Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
- Effectively provide assistance to staff and students.
- Previous experience in a hospital or health care delivery system is highly desirable.
- 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.
- Requires standing during majority of working hours.
- Requires lifting of instrument baskets in and out of autoclave machine and lifting boxes of
gloves and dental materials up to 40 lbs. - Requires moving large mobile carts through clinic areas and into/out of elevators.
Hiring Range: 32.39
Background Check Statement:
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.
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Why Work at Pacific?
Our Mission
University of the Pacific is a mission-driven organization, focused on creating the next generation of leaders in a wide array of disciplines through student-centered teaching and research that blends learning in classrooms, laboratories and studios with real-world experiences partnering with organizations across northern California. No matter the job, every employee at Pacific is part of contributing to the mission of California’s first university, which ranks in the Top 20 in the West and Top 100 in the U.S.
Our Values
Our shared values are at the heart of who we are as Pacificans and represent what we do best. These values — excellence, community engagement, diversity and inclusion, integrity and accountability, respect and civility — provide a shared sense of purpose and identity. They foster a culture that recognizes and rewards the talents and commitment of our people, and cultivate an environment of innovation, inclusiveness and respect.
Our Workplaces
Pacific has three unique campuses across northern California. The largest campus is found in Stockton in the heart of the Central Valley. The 175-acre campus is regularly ranked as one of the most beautiful college campuses in America. As the only college on the West Coast that uses collegiate gothic architecture, the Pacific campus conjures up images of the brick-and-ivy campuses seen at traditional East Coast colleges, and the soothing tones of the carillon bells help create a truly special work environment. The campus also is home to the Faye Spanos Concert Hall, where employees can enjoy the work of students from the Conservatory of Music and guest artists. Employees also can enjoy watching Division I athletic competitions. Pacific is a member of the West Coast Conference and has 17 D-I sports.
The university also has campuses in Sacramento and San Francisco. The Sacramento campus is located in the Oak Park neighborhood, just a few blocks from new stores, restaurants, cafes and apartments created by former Mayor Kevin Johnson. In San Francisco, Pacific is housed in a state-of-the-art building in the heart of downtown on Fifth Street, walking distance from world-class shopping, dining and cultural venues.
Our Benefits
Pacific offers a unique and powerful set of benefits for its employees with your individual needs in mind. We know that employees come with differing needs that can change and grow just as you and your family's needs may change over time. A few of our benefits we like to highlight are:
- Pacific contributes 10% toward employee retirement each paycheck
- Pacific offers up to 90% tuition remission and exchange for employees and their dependents
- Pacific offers 14 paid holidays and seasonal days each year in addition to regular vacation days.
Pacific also provides affordable and high-quality comprehensive benefits to support employees' varied needs. We invite you to explore our Health Benefits, Income Protection plans, Financial Planning benefits and Work-Life Balance programs.
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