Sterilization Technician Trainee

September 24, 2025

Full Time
Part Time
Aurora, CO
Posted 5 months ago

Sterilization Technician Trainee

Sterilization Technician Trainee – 37805 Classified Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Clinic Support
Services

Job Title: Sterilization Technician Trainee Working Title (State Classified
Title)

Position: # 00730069 – Requisition: #37805

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado, School of Dental Medicine (SDM) is looking for a full-time Sterilization Technician Trainee. Under the
direction of the Clinical Support Services department leadership, our Sterilization Technicians support clinical operations for the entire
School of Dental Medicine (SDM). These positions are integral to dental education clinical operations, focusing on sterilization and sterile
processing with the opportunity for training and career growth in a healthcare industry.

Key
Responsibilities:

Instrument and Equipment Sterilization – 85% (Essential Function)

Perform cleaning and decontamination
of all instruments and equipment according to established procedures and techniques.
Ensure proper cleaning of sanitizing machines
and related equipment.
Sterilize instruments and maintain adequate levels of sterilized items for distribution.
Inventory
cassettes and instruments for precise disbursement to operatories and clinical units.
Monitor the sterilization cycle to ensure
compliance with safety and quality standards.
Conduct routine checks to ensure all equipment is functioning properly.
Report
and document malfunctions or needed repairs to maintain operational standards.
Perform minor repairs or adjustments to sanitizing
machines as required.
Oversee the collection of used instruments and equipment to initiate the sterilization
process.
Maintain accurate records of collected items to support tracking and compliance.
Coordinate with staff to ensure
timely and efficient collection practices.

Instrument Distribution – 15% (Essential Function)

Prepare specialized instrument
set-ups for use by undergraduate students, residents, and faculty.
Collaborate with academic and clinical staff to identify specific
set-up needs.
Ensure that specialized instruments are sterilized and ready for patient treatment sessions.
Issue sterile
reusable instruments to operatories and clinical units.
Collect and resterilize used instruments.

Work
Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why
Join Us:

Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions:

Why work for the
University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of
Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan
options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross
pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year
(unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU
campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU
Advantage.

Qualifications:

Please make sure to include the following in
your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours worked per week as minimum experience is calculated on a 40
hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

None

Colorado law requires that candidates
for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the
time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with dental instrument terminology.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent communication (written and
verbal); ability to interact with sterilization staff and supervisor on a daily basis to meet the demands of clinical and educational
operations.
In-depth understanding and demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities in proper decontamination, sterilization, and
instrument preparation.

How to Apply:

Questions should be directed to: Traci Wells, [email protected]

Application Materials Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This announcement is open until 10/02/2025.

To apply,
please submit the following materials to this posting:

A cover letter and resume that specifically addresses the job requirements and
outlines your qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Classified Staff positions have specific
application requirements:

Submit all required documents indicated in this posting and include a current email address and phone
number.
Please address minimum qualifications, competencies and preferred qualifications in your cover letter, as these along with
previous work experience will be used in the assessment process.
Click here to view Veteran and other General Information regarding
Classified Staff positions: https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

For those who meet minimum qualifications,
the comparative analysis process will include one or all of the following:

Preferred Qualifications Application Review based on the
preferred qualifications listed in the posting.
- Candidates will be evaluated and rated against the preferred qualifications based on
  information submitted within their application materials. Note: Candidates are not physically present for this portion of the comparative
  analysis.
Interviews based on the job requirements, preferred qualifications and competencies listed in the posting.
- Candidates will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on oral responses

Interviews may be over the phone,
videoconference or in-person

You will be notified via email if the comparative analysis process changes or includes additional
assessment tools other than those listed above.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting
salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as (minimum – 40^th posting max) $3,154- $3,659 per month
($37,848- $43,906 per year).

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

The above hiring range represents the
University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

If you have prior
state-classified service in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program
implemented on July 1, 2024. For more information about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2024 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR.

Your total compensation goes
beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add
to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are
treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with
disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act,
please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a
safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background
investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages
vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you
work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz,
you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or
volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll
in the occupational health medical
surveillance program.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements:
Submit all required documents indicated in this posting. Include a current email address as communication is electronic-based. Failure to
complete a timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applications MUST be completed in their entirety, including
job title, duties, months and years employed, and hours per week worked as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis. Address
qualifications, competencies and preferred qualifications in your application, as these along with previous work experience will be used to
assess competencies. Answers will be verified against your application and may be checked with references. False information could lead to
your removal from the hiring process. Click here to view Veteran and other General Information regarding Classified Staff positions. Application Materials Required: Cover
Letter, Resume/CV, Additional Attachments – Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Job Category
: Health Care
Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 — Anschutz Med Campus or Denver – 20429 – SDM-Dental Clinic Support Srvc
Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Sep 22, 2025 Unposting Date
: Oct 3, 2025, 5:59:00 AM Posting Contact
Name: Traci Wells Posting Contact Email: [email protected] Position
Number: 00730069