Nova Southeastern University
Dental Sterilization Technician - 992404
Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336
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Nova Southeastern University We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University! Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university. We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.
Primary Purpose Sterilizes dental instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards for the College of Dental Medicine; collects and dispenses dental instruments
Job Details Job Category: Non-Exempt
Pay Basis: Hourly
Subject to Grant Funding? Yes
Essential Job Functions
Sterilizes instruments for students and faculty to ensure compliance with OSHA and CDC regulations.
Maintains infection control areas to ensure compliance with OSHA and state regulations.
Maintains sterilization supplies to ensure availability of instruments for students and faculty.
Dispenses and collects supplies and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Collects data and maintains reports to ensure proper infection control standards are met.
Completes other projects as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Job Requirements Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to understand and interpret state and OSHA rules and regulations regarding sterilization procedures, and infection control.
Ability to enter and verify information with accuracy.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Proactive, punctual, and reliable.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to sterilization machinery, plastic wrappings, pens, pencils and computer keyboards.
Ability to lift dental instrumentation trays.
Exposed to dental materials or chemicals used in dental operatories or laboratories including, but not limited to latex, acrylic, glutaraldehyde, etc.
Required Education High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required Experience None
Preferred Qualifications
Computer skills.
One year (1) experience in a dental oral hospital setting.
Other Is this a safety sensitive position? No
Background Screening Required? Yes
Pre-Employment Conditions
Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.
NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Dental Sterilization Technician - 992404
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Nova Southeastern University We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University! Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university. We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.
Primary Purpose Sterilizes dental instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards for the College of Dental Medicine; collects and dispenses dental instruments
Job Details Job Category: Non-Exempt
Pay Basis: Hourly
Subject to Grant Funding? Yes
Essential Job Functions
Sterilizes instruments for students and faculty to ensure compliance with OSHA and CDC regulations.
Maintains infection control areas to ensure compliance with OSHA and state regulations.
Maintains sterilization supplies to ensure availability of instruments for students and faculty.
Dispenses and collects supplies and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Collects data and maintains reports to ensure proper infection control standards are met.
Completes other projects as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Job Requirements Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to understand and interpret state and OSHA rules and regulations regarding sterilization procedures, and infection control.
Ability to enter and verify information with accuracy.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Proactive, punctual, and reliable.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to sterilization machinery, plastic wrappings, pens, pencils and computer keyboards.
Ability to lift dental instrumentation trays.
Exposed to dental materials or chemicals used in dental operatories or laboratories including, but not limited to latex, acrylic, glutaraldehyde, etc.
Required Education High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required Experience None
Preferred Qualifications
Computer skills.
One year (1) experience in a dental oral hospital setting.
Other Is this a safety sensitive position? No
Background Screening Required? Yes
Pre-Employment Conditions
Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.
NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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