Sterilization-dispensary Assistant - Portland, United States - University of New England

University of New England

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Portland, United States

1 hour ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Be a part of our mission of preparing dentists that are committed to serving the underserved communities in northern New England and beyond.

The University of New England College of Dental Medicine (UNE CDM) is seeking a Sterilization-Dispensary Assistant to join our Oral Health Center (OHC).

The OHC Sterilization-Dispensary Assistant supports the clinical faculty, dental students, and other clinical support staff.

This position reports to the Lead Sterilization and Dispensary Technician with a focus on preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, supplies, and equipment.

As a fulltime, 40 hour per week employee of UNE CDM, you will have access to an outstanding benefit package that includes health and dental coverage, generous holiday schedule and PTO, retirement match, select positionrelated continuing education and development, and reduced college tuition for yourself, spouse/partner, and your dependents. A full list of benefits can be found here (
Benefits | University of New England in Maine). The starting wage for the Sterilization-Dispensary Assistant role is $18.79 an hour.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of this role include:
Follow infection control protocols and model protocols for students
Prepare, sterilize and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and equipment to support clinic operations
Maintain inventory of clinic materials, supplies, and instruments
Quality assessment and maintenance of dental instruments
Report clinical equipment failures and maintain clinical equipment, as directed
Maintain/record logs related to equipment operations, sterilization, and dispensing
Participate in required training and mandatory inservices
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School diploma and any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Additional preferred qualifications include:
2 or more years of experience in clinic, hospital clinic, or dental office
Preferred knowledge of dental instruments and terminology
Ability to effectively interact with faculty, professional staff, and students, and patients
Experience with computers, printers, copy machine operation, and telephone operation
Strong commitment to excellent customer service and contributing to a positive clinical environment

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity and be medically cleared, fit tested, and trained on proper respirator (N95, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)) use.