2025-05-16
University of Pittsburgh
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15260
United States
Dispensary Clerk
This position requires basic computer skills, strong service orientation, and the ability to work as an effective member of a team. Issues instruments to dental students in the assigned clinic module, electronically checking cassettes out and back in through the electronic health record inventory
module. Checks cassettes for missing instruments and engages promptly with the student dentist to minimize loss. Maintains optimal level of supplies of other necessary items to ensure ready availability with minimal waste. Dispenses supplies as needed. Will perform duties in the Central
Sterilization Room, following infection control practices. Maintains instrumentation and operates sterilization equipment. Must acquire familiarity with all materials in dispensary and apply sound inventory control practices, minimizing overstocking and waste. Must have computer skills and be highly service oriented. Must have a strong service orientation, ability to work as an effective member of a team, and willingness to assist with miscellaneous tasks as requested. Expected to meet assigned due dates and make productive use of time. Physical Effort Incumbent will be required to move around within building and in dispensary to access necessary supplies and instruments. Limited lifting may be required.
Issues dental instruments and equipment to dental students utilizing proper sterilizations protocols and an electronic database. Inspects cassettes for missing instruments and stocks dispensary and operatories. Assists clinic staff and assists in dental sterilization.
This position requires basic computer skills, strong service orientation, and the ability to work as an effective member of a team. Issues instruments to dental students in the assigned clinic module, electronically checking cassettes out and back in through the electronic health record inventory
module. Checks cassettes for missing instruments and engages promptly with the student dentist to minimize loss. Maintains optimal level of supplies of other necessary items to ensure ready availability with minimal waste. Dispenses supplies as needed. Will perform duties in the Central
Sterilization Room, following infection control practices. Maintains instrumentation and operates sterilization equipment. Must acquire familiarity with all materials in dispensary and apply sound inventory control practices, minimizing overstocking and waste. Must have computer skills and be highly service oriented. Must have a strong service orientation, ability to work as an effective member of a team, and willingness to assist with miscellaneous tasks as requested. Expected to meet assigned due dates and make productive use of time.
Physical Effort
Incumbent will be required to move around within building and in dispensary to access necessary supplies and instruments. Limited lifting may be required,
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
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