Will perform duties in the Central Sterilization Room, following infection control practices. Maintains instrumentation and operates sterilization equipment.

Must observe proper infection control practices. Must be a service oriented individual and work cooperatively with other team members.

Responsibility/Duty Issues instruments to dental students in the assigned clinic module, electronically checking cassettes out and back in through the electronic health record inventory module. Checks cassettes for missing instruments and engages promptly with the module Dental Assistant and/or the student dentist to minimize loss. Maintains optimal level of supplies of other necessary items to ensure ready availability with minimal waste. Dispenses supplies as needed.

Must acquire familiarity with all materials in dispensary and apply sound inventory control practices, minimizing overstocking and waste. Must have computer skills and be highly service oriented.

Helps our team with clerical/administrative tasks, and/or Instrument Management Service projects or other duties as assigned by supervisor. Uses downtime constructively with work related tasks.

Must have a strong service orientation, ability to work as an effective member of a team, and willingness to assist with miscellaneous tasks as requested. Expected to meet assigned due dates and make productive use of time.

Issues dental instruments and equipment to dental students utilizing proper sterilizations protocols and an electronic database. Inspects cassettes for missing instruments and stocks dispensary and operatories. Assists clinic staff and assists in dental sterilization.

Since 1896, the School of Dental Medicine has been educating students to take their places among the best dental practitioners in our region and across the country. The School is seeking a Dispensary Clerk with primary responsibility for distributing instruments and supplies in our DMD student dental clinic, where third- and fourth- year student dentists treat patients with oversight and direction from faculty.
As a member of the broader Instrument Management Service staff, the incumbent will also be expected to learn and participate in all phases of preventive maintenance of instrumentation and essential steps of sterilization. This position requires basic computer skills, strong service orientation, and the ability to work as an effective member of a team. Experience in healthcare and knowledge of standard sterilization practices within a clinic setting are desirable, though not mandatory.

Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Incumbent will be required to move around within building and in dispensary to access necessary supplies and instruments. Limited lifting may be required.