sterile supplies specialist - Augusta, GA, United States - Augusta University
Description
About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state.
More than10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences.
Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.
Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. We are part of the University System of Georgia.Location
Augusta University -Our Health Sciences Campus:1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, we provide dental education to the next generation of professionals by offering hands-on education through innovative research, patient care, and service.
As a patient, you have the option to receive treatment in one of our three different practice models consisting of student clinics, resident care, or in the faculty practice.
All dental treatments can be completed by the specialists in our facility. We also serve patients in more than 20 clinics across Georgia.Job Summary
The Sterile Supplies Specialist is responsible for the sterilization and processing of supplies and instruments for distribution.
Responsible for inspecting, sorting, disassembly/reassembly, manual and mechanical cleaning, biological processes, equipment operation, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distribution of sterile supplies.
Work is performed under direct supervision and is reviewed by observation of results obtained.Also required to work ADEX (CRDTS) exams and mock boards, as well as other special board certifications exercises throughout the year as needed requiring weekend work up to approximately 4-6 times per year.
ResponsibilitiesThe duties include, but not limited to:
INVENTORY:
Assisting with the implementation of a system for inventory control and periodic inventory of dental instruments; Maintain daily inventory control.
INSTRUMENTS:
Dispense and collect all instruments to and from dispensaries/clinics; ensure that the highest quality of infection control is maintained.
INVENTORY CONTROL:
Operate computer system/scanners for inventory control, create labels, maintain forms, and create barcode labels.
INFECTION CONTROL:
Ensure that the highest quality of infection control is maintained.
ROOM MAINTENANCE:
Maintain all rooms associated with Central Sterilization, conduct scheduled cleaning of walls floors, counters, and equipment, and conduct daily cleaning of assigned work area.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization with knowledge of sterilization processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from a Dental Assistant Program and/or graduation from a Sterile Process Technician Program.
OR
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with two years sterilization experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of dental instruments and equipment
SKILLS
Prioritize tasks, complete work, and meet deadlines.
Experience with Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Excellent verbal/written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to effectively interact with dental assistant, students, faculty, and staff
Ability to learn sterilization principles, procedures, equipment and patient management software.
Good manual dexterity, ability to distinguish colors, ability to lift, and push and pull up to 50 pounds.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift:
Monday-Friday (Occasional weekends 4-6 times per year)
11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Qualifies for Shift Differential)
Pay Grade: 7
Salary:
Minimum $15.00/hour
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period:
Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees.
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicant from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
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