Sterile Processing Assistant

The Sterile Processing Assistant will be part of the Instrument Management System department. This position covers all aspects of Instrument sterilization including Cassettes, Burs, Instruments & Hand Pieces. Sterilizing all equipment and instruments in the Central Sterilization. Responsible for maintaining an accurate account of all completed units nightly. Ensuring the work station is cleaned, stocked and ready to go for the next day.

• Excellent customer service and willingness to assist students, staff and faculty required
  
• Computer skills required
  
• Excellent recall and memorization skills required
  
• Ability to multitask and work independently or with co-workers in a close, team environment required
  
• Ability to work in a diverse environment required
  
• Ability to work proficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment
  
• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds, when necessary
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and superior customer service skills required
  
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule for all shifts required
  
• Knowledge of dental terminology or materials
  

• High School diploma or equivalent required
  
• Some college or technical training preferred
  
• Dental or medical office experience preferred
  
• Instrument recognition preferred
  
• Experience in an academic setting preferred
  
• Experience using bar coding, scanning or repairing instrument equipment preferred
  

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 11am - 8pm

Hiring Range: commensurate with experience

Brief Summary of Benefits: Benefits for this position include, but are not limited to Health and Group Life Insurance, Vision, Dental Insurance and Dental Discounts, Flexible Spending Participation, and Paid Holidays. After completion of 90 days, you are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave. Tuition Reimbursement. Eligible for a 401k contribution after completion of 6 months of employment as well as Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.

Background checks required.

EEO Statement: VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or age.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
  
• 401(k) matching
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Flexible spending account
  
• Health insurance
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Retirement plan
  
• Tuition reimbursement
  
• Vision insurance
  

Work Location: In person