Instrument Sterilization Attendant, Penn Dental Family Practice
About The Position
Penn Dental Medicine’s Family Practice (PDFP) is interested in hiring an INSTRUMENT STERILIZATION ATTENDANT who is looking to broaden their skill sets and gain valuable experience in the art and science of the dental field. As a member of the PDFP family, individuals are provided the opportunity to work alongside a team whose mission is to provide quality dental care which exceeds patient expectations. Penn Dental Family Practice is comprised of over 35 doctors, 15 dental hygienists, 22 dental assistants, 17 staff AND GROWING! Together, the team works collaboratively to provide multi-specialty care utilizing leading techniques in patient care.
Requirements
- An Associate's Degree or two year college equivalent and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required for Instrument Sterilization Tech B.
- Must be able to push or pull up to 150 lbs. and lift up to 100 lbs.
- Must be able to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
- Be able to multi-task between responsibilities, to accurately complete assigned task in a fast-paced working environment.
- Occasional weekend and/or overtime work required.
Nice To Haves
- Dental or medical background helpful but not required.
Responsibilities
- Decontamination, cleaning, identification, and assembly of all the dental instruments used throughout the Penn Dental Family Practice clinics.
- Select the correct method of sterilization of instruments.
- Operate the various types of sterilization equipment utilized in the department.
- Delivery and inventory of equipment to and from the various practices.
- Issue/collect instrument supplies and laboratory equipment utilizing scanning equipment.
- Operate and perform maintenance of the various types of sterilization equipment utilized by the department.
- Cross-train and rotate to work in instrument dispensing areas of assigned practices.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Excellent healthcare
- Tuition benefits for employees and their families
- Generous retirement benefits
- Wide variety of professional development opportunities
- Supportive work and family benefits
- Wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Generous retirement plans
- Substantial amount of time away from work
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development resources
- Access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
- Discounts and Special Services
- Flexible Work Hours
- Penn Home Ownership Services
- Adoption Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
