Central Sterilization Technician - PT

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Central Sterilization Technician - Part Time PostingNumber: 201104607 Employment Status: Part Time Job Family: Health,Wellness, and Clinical Services Position Overview Be The DifferenceBegins with Great People. Are you looking for a new opportunity whereyou can make the difference in the lives of students and faculty? We'realways looking for highly talented individuals to join our team peoplewho think big, care deeply, and believe in being the difference in theirwork and community. We prioritize student success, access to education,and service in our work to educate well-rounded servant leaders whotransform their fields, our society and the world. Our Catholic, Jesuitapproach emphasizes student engagement with the world around them andformation of the heart and mind. We believe in our mission: The searchfor truth, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the fostering ofpersonal and professional excellence, the promotion of a life of faith,and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. Thesecore values guide our relationships with our students, each other, andour community. Marquette University offers a rich and competitive TotalRewards package includingmedical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8%university match, generous time off package, and tuition benefits foremployees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirementFor moreinformation, please view theis your next opportunity to join an organization that invests intheir employees' career journey by diversifying their skills, deepeningtheir expert knowledge, encouraging a healthy work-life balance,focusing on personal wellbeing, providing leadership training, andsustaining a culture of respect and inclusion. The Central SterilizationTechnician performs effective and efficient customer service bymaintaining quality and aseptic control procedures includingdecontamination, processing, inspection, assembly, packaging,sterilization, storage and distribution of sterile instruments,equipment and supplies. This is a part-time position with a schedule of30 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Duties and Responsibilities 1.Appropriately prepares all dental instrumentation and handpieces formanual or mechanical decontamination to ensure items are not damagedduring processing. 2. Appropriately selects/uses correct cleaning method(manual or mechanical) and cleaning chemicals required for each item.Accurately loads/unloads and operates washers, sonic cleaners and cartwasher to ensure items are clean and safe for handling. Verifies correctcycle parameters. Recognizes faulty equipment operations and refers toSupervisor, Lead or Director. 3. Accurately identifies, inspects andassembles dental instrumentation and handpieces for all clinic areas toensure availability and safe and efficient operation during patient careprocedures. Recognizes nonfunctional equipment or generalinstrumentation and refers issues to Supervisor, Lead, or Director.(Inspection/Assembly). 4. Appropriately selects and uses correct typeand method of packaging for dental instrumentation, equipment andsupplies to prevent potential damage and assist in proper sterilantpenetration. 5. Completely operates all sterilization equipment andcompletes required documentation. Monitors and verifies mechanical,chemical and biological indicators to ensure sterilization parametershave been achieved. Performs recall if parameters are not met. 6.Efficiently selects instrumentation, equipment and supplies and preparesand delivers case carts to ensure all items have integrity and arereadily available for patient care. Collects lab coats and towels fromthe clinic and office areas and prepare them for linen pick-up. Sortunusable gowns for replacement. 7. Routinely updates knowledge onprocessing practices, p ocedures and products. If certified, maintainscertification. 8. Consistently verifies accuracy of all tasks performedand participates in process improvement efforts to increase customersatisfaction. 9. Participates in projects or groups assigned bySupervisor or Director. 10. Attends required meetings and activities atthe Dental School or University. 11. Actively supports and participatesin orientation of new employees. Must have flexible schedule becauseoccasionally work hours may change due to departmental need, studenttesting and weekend exams. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Highschool education or equivalent required. Good communication,flexibility, interpersonal relations and customer service skills.Ability to work in a team environment. Able to support the department,Dental School and University mission and values required. Computerskills in Microsoft Word and Excel. The ability to push and pull cartsalong with standing, walking and lifting of objects. Speed andefficiency are essential. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Oneto three years of experience Demonstrated knowledge of the principles ofmicrobiology, decontamination, and sterilization and infection controlKnowledge of instrument tracking systems Central Service Technician orSurgical Technician program completion and or experience Department:Dental School Posting Date: 12/09/2025 Closing Date: To apply, visitIt is the policy of Marquette University toprovide equal employment opportunities (EEO ) to all employees andapplicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protectedveteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protectedclassification. Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: ApplyOnline: Qualified females, minorities, andspecial disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.

Created: 2025-12-22