JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Overview Under the direction of the CentralSterilization Director and/or Supervisor, performs effective andefficient customer service by maintaining quality and aseptic controlprocedures including decontamination, processing, inspection, assembly,packaging, sterilization, storage and distribution of sterileinstruments, equipment and supplies. POSITION IS PART-TIME, 6 HOURSDAILY, M-F. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Appropriately prepares alldental instrumentation and handpieces for manual or mechanicaldecontamination to ensure items are not damaged during processing. 2.Appropriately selects/uses correct cleaning method (manual ormechanical) and cleaning chemicals required for each item. Accuratelyloads/unloads and operates washers, sonic cleaners and cart washer toensure items are clean and safe for handling. Verifies correct cycleparameters. Recognizes faulty equipment operations and refers toSupervisor, Lead or Director. 3. Accurately identifies, inspects andassembles dental instrumentation and handpieces for all clinic areas toensure availability and safe and efficient operation during patient careprocedures. Recognizes nonfunctional equipment or generalinstrumentation and refers issues to Supervisor, Lead, or Director.(Inspection/Assembly). 4. Appropriately selects and uses correct typeand method of packaging for dental instrumentation, equipment andsupplies to prevent potential damage and assist in proper sterilantpenetration. 5. Completely operates all sterilization equipment andcompletes required documentation. Monitors and verifies mechanical,chemical and biological indicators to ensure sterilization parametershave been achieved. Performs recall if parameters are not met. 6.Efficiently selects instrumentation, equipment and supplies and preparesand delivers case carts to ensure all items have integrity and arereadily available for patient care. Collects lab coats and towels fromthe clinic and office areas and prepare them for linen pick-up. Sortunusable gowns for replacement. 7. Routinely updates knowledge onprocessing practices, procedures and products. If certified, maintainscertification. 8. Consistently verifies accuracy of all tasks performedand participates in process improvement efforts to increase customersatisfaction. 9. Participates in projects or groups assigned bySupervisor or Director. 10. Attends required meetings and activities atthe Dental School or University. 11. Actively supports and participatesin orientation of new employees. 12. Performs other functions assignedby Supervisor or Director. 13. Must have flexible schedule becauseoccasionally work hours may change due to departmental need, studenttesting and weekend exams. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE ANDQUALIFICATIONS: Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities High schooleducation or equivalent required. Good communication, flexibility,interpersonal relations and customer service skills. Ability to work ina team environment. Able to support the department, Dental School andUniversity mission and values required. Computer skills in MicrosoftWord and Excel.Knowledge of instrument tracking systems helpful. Theability to push and pull carts along with standing, walking and liftingof objects. Speed and efficiency are essential. Preferred Knowledge,Skills and Abilities One to three years of experience. Demonstratedknowledge of the principles of microbiology, decontamination, andsterilization and infection control is preferred. Central ServiceTechnician or Surgical Technician program completion and or experiencedesired. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:https://employment.marquette.edu/postings/20783 Qualified females,minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans areencouraged to apply.