Central Sterile Tech I

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Central Sterile Tech I

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Dental Assisting

Department
RSDM-Clinical affairs

Overview

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Central Sterile Tech I in the Office of Clinical Affairs at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (RSDM).

The Central Sterile Tech I performs work related to the reprocessing of patient care items in the central sterilization area associated with patient care within the various clinical operations. Additionally, the Central Sterile Tech I handles assigned projects and provides work direction and guidance as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Performs activities within the department, including but not limited to cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, assembly and sterilization of instruments, items and devices used during the provision of patient care.
• Operates equipment utilized in reprocessing and monitors function following standard precautions and established procedures.
• Supports Lead Tech and Program Coordinator with new staff orientation, on the job training activities, and student sterilization rotation pertaining to the Central Sterilization department as needed.
• Assists in coordinating daily workflow in the absence of the Lead Sterile Tech. Demonstrates the ability to take charge of the processing functions by appropriately facilitating the team members in the performance of their assignments in the best interest of the department.
• Maintains an orderly department, monitoring supply levels in the work areas and participates in the rotation of stock monitoring for expiration dates.
• Interacts professionally with other departments and personnel within the RSDM providing service/support at the intake and dispatch windows.
• Participates in Quality Assurance activities as assigned. Processes sterilization monitoring devices and records test results manually and electronically.
• Coordinates with the Lead Sterile Tech to ensure all cassettes, miscellaneous items, student handpieces and burs are organized and available for the students CDCA exams.
• Follows Standard Precautions insuring and maintaining a safe, clean, sanitary & time efficient working environment by adhering to RSDM Infection Control Policy and complying with federal, state and departmental policies.

FLSA
Nonexempt

Grade
170

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
25.600

Mid Range Salary
26.100

Maximum Salary
26.880

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours
40

Standard Hours
40.00

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Two (2) years of experience in a health care, medical or dental setting or a closely related setting using sterile procedures required.

Certifications/Licenses

• New Jersey Central Service Certification (HSPA or CBSPD) is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently walking and reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive).
• Must have the ability to lift/push/pull greater than 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Noise, busy area, temperature fluctuations (hot-cold).

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
25ST2411

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)

City
Newark

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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