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Job Title STEPS Sterilization Technician Requisition Number TE08661 Department Name 7A121:Dentistry-Shared Services Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $17.00/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education HS Required Related Experience Required License/Registration/Certification Physical Requirements Standing for long periods of time. Shift Monday – Friday 9am to 5:30pm. Job Summary This position is responsible for performing instrument cleaning, sterilization and packaging; and the distribution and collection of dental procedural/surgical kits and instruments. The successful candidate will assuring patient safety and infection control while providing exceptional customer service. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Accuracy, attention to detail, hand and finger dexterity and motor skill, knowledge of sterilization and packaging processes and procedures, knowledge of safety hazards, maintaining records/logs and proper chain of command, teamwork, flexibility, positive attitude and behaviors, ability to work in a stressful environment. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Experience in sterile processing in a dental/medical setting preferred. Deadline to Apply 01/21/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


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