Sterile Processing Technician

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: San Francisco, CALIFORNIA
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

Predoctoral Clinics

Full Time

66707BR


Job Summary

Under the direction of the clinic supervisor, the Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department throughout the hospital and/or clinics; and for the distribution of the student dental instruments

The incumbent is responsible for understanding the protocols for dispensing/restocking materials from the dispensary (dental supplies, procedures associated with the equipment and maintenance of the Predoctoral clinic) The Sterile Processing Technician can participate in inventory control, inventory receivables and the delivery of dental supplies to satellite clinic and the Pre-doc Clinic Dispensary.


Department Description

UCSF Dental Center is a cohesive entity within the structure of UCSF’s School of Dentistry.  Its primary goal is to provide outstanding, seamless, patient-centered care.  The Center also aims to provide cutting-edge clinical experiences and education to students; contain costs for patient care and generate resources to reinvest in UCSF Dental Center and the School of Dentistry.  A majority of the Dental Center’s clinical facilities are located at the Parnassus Campus, with affiliated clinics at Buchanan Dental Center and an additional presence at Mission Bay, and the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center.  UCSF Dental Center’s primary services include all advanced dental specialty programs, and the general dentistry and specialty faculty practices.

The student providers in the Dental Student Predoctoral Clinic provide dental treatment to 35,000 patients annually. The Dental Center Dispensary/ Central Sterilization Unit in the maintenance of dental inventory.  The unit provides direct support to the clinic’s logistical activities and maintenance of the equipment.


Required Qualifications

  • Graduation from high school and one year of appropriate experience such as, but not limited to, dental assistant or experience in the sterilization of dental instrumentation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
  • Ability to read, understand, follow instructions (written, verbal)
  • Knowledge of dental terminology
  • Ability to work with electronic inventory systems, computer, cameras, etc
  • Ability to multi task
  • Advanced interpersonal skills. Skills to work collaboratively; coordinate and integrate with others throughout the organization. Successful experience working with people with a wide range of backgrounds and skills.
  • Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff verbally and in writing.
  • Detail oriented
  • Prioritization skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two years’ experience as a dental assistant or in the sterilization of dental instrumentation
  • Sterilization certification, preferred
  • Chair side dental assistant experience  
  • Knowledge of dental terminology, materials and equipment
  • Full knowledge of sterilization procedures and equipment

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.


Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.


Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


Job Code and Payroll Title

009265 STERILE PROCESSING TCHN 1


Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)


Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)


Additional Shift Details

TBD 6- 3pm , 7 – 4 pm , 11 – 8 pm , 12 -9pm



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