Sterilization Technician

Position Summary

Sterilize dental instruments including instrument cassettes, bur blocks, endo file boxes, and handpieces. Track dental instruments through all phases of the cleaning and sterilization process by utilizing scanning technology. Perform routine maintenance on a variety of dental equipment. Operate disinfection and sterilization equipment. Troubleshoot error messages, perform preventative maintenance to ensure optimal operation of equipment. Maintain files and records and provide support to clinic office staff.

Qualifications

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

1+ years of related experience. Familiarity with instruments.

Preferred Experience:

1+ years Dental assistant training or experience.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST). Ability to work in a fast paced and hectic environment. Strong interpersonal skills. Familiarity working with computers.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $32.972. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

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Posting Number2024-14141

Posted Date2 months ago(3/23/2026 8:52 AM)

Location : LocationUS-NY-New York

Hybrid Remote Work ClassificationFully Onsite: 100% Onsite

DepartmentCentral Sterilization Unit (Staff)

School/DivisionCollege of Dentistry (DN1032)

Compensation GradeLocal 3882 - 40

UnionLocal 3882 - Union of Clerical, Administrative and Technical Staff (UCATS)

FT/PTFull-Time

CategoryHealth Services