Central Services Sterilization Assistant 

HOSP BLANK AST 2 (009252)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT135000-JC213992-PD009252

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

10/24/2024 11:14:29 AM

Date Last Edited:

10/24/2024 11:14:26 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

2100O

Organization:

DENTISTRY                              

Division Code:

2110D

Division:

CLINICAL                               

Department:

135000 - DENTISTRY

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT135000-JC213992-PD009252

Position Description ID

213992

UC Payroll Title:

HOSP BLANK AST 2 (009252)

Business Title:

Central Services Sterilization Assistant 

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

EX: Patient Care Technical

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40092834

Reports to Payroll Title:

 AMBUL CARE ADMSTN SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40061708

Department Head Payroll Title:

Dean

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Receive, process, and issue dental instruments; cassettes, dental supplies and equipment through the Dental Center Central Services Units. Utilize computerized accounting system, maintain physical inventory, and order material. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of all work areas. Serve as back-up staff as assigned by the Supervisor or Clinic Director.

Incumbent performs proscribed tasks and duties under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Central Services.. A performance evaluation will be undertaken on an annual: basis.

Receive, process, and issue dental instruments; cassettes, dental supplies and equipment through the Dental Center Central Services Units. Utilize computerized accounting system, maintain physical inventory, and order material. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of all work areas. Serve as back-up staff as assigned by the Supervisor or Clinic Director.

Incumbent performs proscribed tasks and duties under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Central Services.. A performance evaluation will be undertaken on an annual: basis.

ISSUING DENTAL INSTRUMENTS, SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT

1. Enter receipt o fall dental instrument cassettes, supplies equipment in computer terminal or manually by assigned procedures codes.

2. Issue sterile dental instrument cassettes and dental material to providers with appropriate authorization. Enter provider number through computer or annually of all issued items.

3. Be knowledgeable about the services and functions of the Dental Center Central. Service Unit.

4. Maintain a pleasant, positive attitude with all patients, students, staff and faculty.

5. Follow usual and customary central service infection control protocols.

50%

PROCESSING: 300-400 DENTAL CASSETTES DAILY, SUPPLIES AND DENTAL EQUIPMENT

1. Decontaminate dental instrument cassettes and dental equipment following unit procedures and policies. Identify and replace missing items. Make appropriate reimbursement entries for re-charges or bills.

2. Process dental instrument cassettes, dental equipment using washer disinfector, ultrasonic units using prescribed solutions and measurements.

3. Assemble and package-c dental instrument cassettes following departmental procedures and policies for sterilization.

20%

STERILIZATION

1. Sterilize all cassettes, etc. using steam sterilizer following the established departmental and manufacturer's instructions. Perform and document quality assurance tests for each load. First run of the day is to test the sterilizer with the air removal test. Monitor steam sterilizer performance using biological test with first load of each day.

2. Ensure that the sterilizer is operational at all times, reporting to the supervisor immediately when emergency repairs are needed. Run air removal test as well as biological test after each scheduled or emergency repair visit. Document repairs and test results. Forward all documentation to the supervisor.

3. Clean sterilizer, washer disinfector and ultrasonic units on a  weekly basis or as needed. Cleaning shall include the interior. and exterior as well as the autoclave cart and carriage.  Documentation of when cleaning was performed Is to. be recorded and kept on file for three years.

10%

MAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

1. Monitor supplies such as medicaments and anesthetic on. a monthly basis to verify expiration dates.

2. Instruct dental. students when appropriate in the usage of various dental equipment and supplies.

3. Utilize dental supply instruction manuals when. necessary.

4. Maintain supplies and equipment In both Central areas in the same locations. In other words, both floors are to be identical.

10%

INVENTORY CONTROL

1. Organize supplies by frequency of use and place in the same area when restocking occurs. All drawers and shelves are to be labeled to Identify contents.

2. Maintain inventory of all dental cassettes and handpieces.

3. Standardize all supplies orders from storeroom and pharmacy; restock when minimal stock levels are reached, Follow-up on back orders that exceed a week.

4. Conduct quarterly physical inventory of air dental supplies located in both Central Service areas.

5%

PRODUCT COORDINATION

1. Maintain proficiency in all areas of the Central Service Unit.

2. Coordinate with other staff to organize tasks and duties in each of the areas to maximize overall efficiency and effectiveness.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skill in analyzing information, problems, situations and practices or procedures to:

- Define the problem or objective.

- Identify relevant concerns or factors.

- Identify patterns, tendencies and relationships.

- Formulate logical and objective conclusions.

- Recognize alternatives and their implications.

Required

Working knowledge of University accounting forms, policy and procedures, and the ability to process forms required to accomplish various accounting

transactions.

Preferred

Certified as a Central Service Technician or has working knowledge of:

- Basic microbiology

- Fundamentals of cleaning

- Steam and dry heat sterilization

- Ethylene Oxide sterilization and aeration

- Chemical disinfection

- Sterilization quality assurance and sterile storage standards

- Packaging and shelf life

- Preparation of external solutions

- Infection control

- Safety and preventive maintenance

- Infection control with supply distribution

- Work simplification

Preferred

Ability to meet physical demands of the position - maneuvering downward and forward. by bending the spine at the waist for the purpose of equipment cleaning and reviewing supply inventory.

Required

 Ability to exert force upon a sterilizer cart for the purpose of sterilizing dental instruments and equipment (40+ lbs.).

Required

Ability to stand for a prolonged period of time for the. purpose of instrument and equipment sterilization and dissemination of same to students.

Required

Skill In performing repetitive work according to set procedures, sequence, timing and place.

Required

Skill in writing correct routine business correspondence such as brief transmittal memoranda, internal operating procedures, and performance evaluations.

Required

Skill In reading documents written in standard English text such as administrative policy and procedures manuals.

Required

Skill in performing with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.

Required

Skill in speaking clearly and distinctly to obtain and convey information to Individuals at various levels within the organization.

Required

Skill in interacting diplomatically with the public (primarily dental students) in a high volume continuous public contact setting.

Required

Ability to maintain a customer-focused attitude while handling competing tasks.

Required

Skill in working independently and following through with minimal direction.

Required

Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect importance to job responsibilities.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Ability to work evenings for routinely scheduled night clinics and weekends for state board exams.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Dentistry

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.