Materials and Sterilization Technician

07-Mar-2024

Harvard School of Dental Medicine

65147BR

Job Summary

The Materials and Sterilization Technician is responsible for overall coordination of dental materials inventory and expenditures and sterilization duties. Materials responsibilities include ordering materials, maintaining paper and electronic files of goods ordered and received, prepares paperwork for vendor payments and keeps accounts up to date. Sterilization responsibilities include wash, bag, and sterilize dental instruments, organize clean instruments, label cassettes and instruments as needed. Comply with federal and state regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, DPH, AAMI, ANSI). 

Position Description

Washes, bags, and sterilizes dental instruments.

Operates washers and autoclaves with autonomy.

Organizes clean instruments; labels cassettes and instruments as needed.

Runs and records daily and weekly washer and autoclaves testing.

Coordinates dental materials inventory management and related expenditures.

Orders all dental materials and maintains paper and electronic files on goods ordered and received.

Sets inventory supply par levels.

Prepares paperwork for vendor payments and is responsible for ensuring vendor accounts are up to date.

Partnering with the Materials, Lab, and Sterilization team, evaluates equipment maintenance needs, performs daily technical and materials repairs.

Complies with federal and state regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, DPH, AAMI, ANSI). 

Contributes to the mission and vision of HSDM and models the School’s core values in all facets of the work. Promotes a customer service environment, including providing support to multiple constituents including faculty, staff, and students.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

3 -5 years of related work experience. 

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Ability to work on-site and travel to/from the Longwood clinic as necessary. 

Strong attention to detail with superior time management and organizational skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills including ability to train others and communicate effectively and professionally in both oral and written form.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with professionalism and a customer service mindset. 

Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 20 pounds without assistance.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background check at hire.

Certified sterilization technician and/or trained dental assistant with a minimum of one year experience in laboratory work.

Experience working in a sterile processing department. 

Knowledge of dental and medical terminology.

Working Conditions

Incumbent is primarily assigned to Cambridge but serves at the Longwood site as necessary for performance of the essential responsibilities of the role.

Will require standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Requires lifting and carrying objects up to 20 pounds without assistance.

Additional Information

Compensation: Grade 051, HUCTW. Typically a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. The amount will vary based on the position and the candidate’s relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum.

Harvard School of Dental Medicine is not able to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization for this opportunity.

COVID-19 Vaccines Requirement: All Harvard Dental Center employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters. Exceptions may be provided only for medical or religious reasons.

Work Format Details

This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

About Us

Located in the heart of Boston’s Longwood Medical Area, Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) ranks as one of the preeminent schools of dental medicine in the country. HSDM educates clinicians, educators, researchers, and leaders in the profession; boasts core strength in musculoskeletal-disease research; and, offers students public health opportunities in local communities and across the globe.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA – MA – Cambridge

Job Code

403020 Staff Assistant II

Department

Harvard Dental Center

Union

55 – Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Hourly Rate and/or Rate Range

$25.45-$32.22

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Employment, Identity

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EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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