Manager, Central Sterilization Unit

New York University • New York, NY

6d • $77,000 - $88,000

About The Position

The Manager, Central Sterilization Unit manages the day-to-day operations of the unit and directs staff in collecting, cleaning, performing quality control, sterilizing, and distributing instruments and materials needed to operate the dental clinics. The position oversees inventory control for approximately $4 million worth of clinical instruments, manages staff performance, and enforces quality control and compliance with regulatory protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in sterile processing, an operating room, or a similar setting, including supervisory experience.
• Acquired knowledge of decontamination and sterilization sciences, case cart systems, and medical/surgical supplies and equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent knowledge of dental instrumentation, sterilization processes, and equipment.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to train staff in the use of sterilization techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Central Service (CRCST).
• Leadership Certification (CHL).

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Central Sterilization Unit.
• Direct staff in the collection, cleaning, quality control, sterilization, and distribution of instruments and materials needed for the dental clinics.
• Ensure inventory control for approximately $4 million worth of clinical instruments.
• Manage staff performance.
• Enforce quality control and compliance with all regulatory protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager