"Instrument Sterilization Attendant A/B, Penn Dental Medicine"

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities.

Job Description Summary: Instrument Sterilization Attendants with Penn Dental Medicine provides services and support to academic clinics and research facilities. Members of the sterilization team support patient care and research by providing efficient, productive and successful management of sterilization protocols.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare, decontaminate, and disinfects instruments, set-up and instrument sterilization.
• Ensures sterilization protocols are adhered as per manufacturer and policy.
• Distribute and collect instrument supplies and laboratory equipment utilizing scanning equipment. Provide customer service and patient care support in dispensing areas of assigned dental clinics.
• Delivers and inventories equipment distributed to and received from clinics.
• Ensures appropriate sterilization of glassware and specified waste of the research facilities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

May be required to work occasional weekends and/or overtime as needed for preparation of student licensing exams. Candidate must be available to work a scheduled shift of 11:30AM - 8:30PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications:

• Instrument Sterilization Tech A: An Associate's Degree or two year college equivalent and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Instrument Sterilization Tech B: 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.
• Dental or medical background helpful but not required.
• 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.
• The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced working environment.

Job Location - City, State: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School: School of Dental Medicine

Pay Range: $16.83 - $22.12 Hourly Rate

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

University Benefits: Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition benefits; Retirement plans; Time Away from Work; Long-Term Care Insurance; Wellness and Work-life Resources; Professional and Personal Development; University Resources; Discounts and Special Services; Flexible Work Hours; Penn Home Ownership Services; Adoption Assistance. For more details, visit https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay.