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Medical University of South Carolina

Health sciences university in Charleston, SC

Sterile Processing Technician - College of Dental Medicine

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/14/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Charleston, SC, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryDental
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma and one year of training or experience within the specific work area are required.
  • Certification in Radiation Safety is required for positions responsible for dental X-rays.
  • Ability to perform the job functions while standing continuously, sitting infrequently, walking frequently, climbing stairs infrequently, working indoors continuously, working in elevated areas infrequently, working in confined or cramped spaces frequently, kneeling infrequently, bending and twisting at the waist frequently, squatting infrequently, and performing pinching operations infrequently.
  • Ability to fully use both hands and arms continuously, perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders, fully use both legs continuously, reach in all directions continuously, and maintain finger dexterity continuously.
  • Ability to maintain tactile and olfactory sensory functions continuously.
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds unassisted; lift or carry patients weighing up to approximately 350 pounds with assistance; lift objects from floor level to 36 inches and lower objects from 36 inches to floor level, up to 50 pounds unassisted; and push or pull objects weighing up to approximately 350 pounds unassisted.
  • Ability to maintain corrected 20/40 vision continuously; recognize objects close at hand and at a distance; distinguish colors; determine distance and relationships between objects; maintain peripheral vision and corrected hearing acuity; hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet; and perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
  • Must be physically qualified by medical personnel to use a respirator initially and annually.
  • Computer literacy is required.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
  • Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, and equipment as required.
Responsibilities
  • Operate required sterilization equipment and machinery to prepare, assemble, and sterilize instruments and supplies safely and accurately in accordance with sterilization parameters and Department of Health, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Food and Drug Administration, and Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation standards.
  • Handle and care for instruments, including selecting cleaning agents and lubricants, examining instruments for function, identifying and assembling them according to guidelines, and preparing them for sterilization; retrieve malfunctioning instruments and ensure repairs are completed.
  • Pack supplies and instruments, wrap instruments for sterilization, and inspect each instrument for use, function, completeness, and cleanliness.
  • Retrieve contaminated instruments and deliver sterile instruments to and from dental clinics as scheduled for each shift.
  • Maintain appropriate records and monitor quality-control and infection-control standards.
  • Provide asset management and support for the facility's surgical instruments and trays.
  • Serve as a backup Dental Assistant for all dental clinics as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

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Medical University of South Carolina

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Medical University of South Carolina is a public academic health sciences university in Charleston, South Carolina. It offers bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees through six colleges in dental medicine, graduate studies, health professions, medicine, nursing, and pharmacy.

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