Sterilization Technician II

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado, School of Dental Medicine (SDM) is looking for full-time Sterilization Technicians to support the CUDT clinics and pre-doctoral programs. Under the direction of the Clinical Support Services department leadership, our Sterilization Technicians support clinical operations for the entire School of Dental Medicine (SDM). These positions are integral to dental education clinical operations, focusing on sterilization and sterile processing with the opportunity for training and career growth in a healthcare industry.

We are seeking administrative professionals interested in supporting the SDM in patient intake, scheduling, and clinic operations. We welcome applications from individuals who are collaborative, communicative, caring, detail oriented, organized, proactive, able to think critically, focused on quality, dedicated to personal growth, and highly collaborative. The position is located at the University of Colorado - Anschutz Medical Campus. Hours will be dependent on business need, but typically will be Monday - Friday between the hours of 11:00am - 8:00pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand the principles of sterilization and sterile processing.

• Disassemble, inspect, test, and ensure proper functioning of instruments and equipment.

• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize various SDM instruments, equipment, and sanitizing machines according to established procedures and techniques.

• Create and maintain accurate inventory, sterilization, and testing records and logs using a computer, laser wand, or scanner for barcode entry; run reports.

• Prepare specialized instrument set-ups for undergraduate students, residents, and faculty to be used during dental patient treatment.

• Operates all equipment in sterile processing including, but not limited to, steam sterilizers, biological incubators, heat sealers, instruments, and cart washer.

• Collect and disperse reusable patient care instruments to clinic dispensary units.

• Conduct post-sterilization inspections/audits.

• As a mentor to new technicians, this role will need to identify the preferred learning styles of individual trainees or Dental Care I's and adjust their mentorship approach to align with that.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine is nationally recognized for the quality of its educational programs, its interdisciplinary research and its excellent clinical care programs that contribute to the health and well-being of many of Colorado's most underserved citizens. We are invested in creating career pathways, learning and development opportunities, and developing people infrastructures to support the workforce.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours worked per week as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience in sterilization and sterile processing in a health care environment

• One (1) year of experience preparing specialized dental instrument setups.

• Substitution: Completion of a Sterile Processing Certification program OR a Dental Assistant Certification may substitute one (1) year of experience in sterilization and sterile processing in a health care environment.

Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience preparing specialized dental instrument set ups.

• Certification either as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or as a Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD) Technician from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

• Experience in all stages of the sterilization process, including decontamination, preparation and packaging, storage and distribution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Learn and develop knowledge and skills in job specific responsibilities.

• Effective oral/written communication skills; effective interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Demonstrated professional, ethical, and professional accountability and work behaviors.

• Initiative in seeking and evaluating solutions; ability to problem solve.

• Demonstrates effective collaboration/teamwork approaches; fosters and builds inclusiveness.

• Fosters life-long learning and professional development.

• Learn and develop knowledge and skills in business applications, technologies, and resources/tools required to perform responsibilities.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality while working with sensitive information.

• Ability to take initiative with daily work activities and collaborates to create a positive effect on team performance.

• The ideal candidate for this position will be a detail oriented, dedicated and professional individual.

How to Apply:

Questions should be directed to: Traci Wells, Traci.Wells@CUAnschutz.edu

Application Materials Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This announcement is open until 10 days from posting

To apply, please submit the following materials to this posting:

A cover letter and resume that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines your qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements:

Submit all required documents indicated in this posting and include a current email address and phone number.

Please address minimum qualifications, competencies and preferred qualifications in your cover letter, as these along with previous work experience will be used in the assessment process.

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For those who meet minimum qualifications, the comparative analysis process will include one or all of the following:

• Preferred Qualifications Application Review based on the preferred qualifications listed in the posting.

  • Candidates will be evaluated and rated against the preferred qualifications based on information submitted within their application materials. Note: Candidates are not physically present for this portion of the comparative analysis.

• Interviews based on the job requirements, preferred qualifications and competencies listed in the posting.

  • Candidates will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on oral responses

  • Interviews may be over the phone, videoconference or in-person

• You will be notified via email if the comparative analysis process changes or includes additional assessment tools other than those listed above.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $3,651 - $4,236 per month ($43,812- $50,830 per year).

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

If you have prior state-classified service in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024. For more information about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2024 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.