University of Florida·Gainesville, Florida
The technician is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing dental instruments while maintaining sterilization equipment. They also manage instrument inventory, track usage via the Axium system, and provide clean supplies to dental students and clinics.
Classification Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent
The University of Florida, College of Dentistry is searching for a Sterile Equipment Technician. This position is responsible for cleaning dental instruments and the preparation of them for sterilization. The incumbent operates and maintains a variety of sterilization equipment.
Dispensing clean instruments to dental students and departments, using computer program Axium and the INFO-DOT process. Collecting, tracking, and processing dirty instruments according to sterilization protocol.
Disinfecting and sterilizing dental instruments for all UFCD dental students and the UFCD dental clinics: Replacing broken or missing instruments for UFCD Dental Students.
Recording incoming and outgoing instruments from students and departments.
Oiling and maintaining instruments and hand pieces.
Maintaining machines and reporting needs for repairs (as needed). Maintaining office supplies inventory.
Labeling and scanning with the Axium program.
In-service training (updates, new sterilization techniques, and computer classes).
Other related duties as assigned.
$16.00 - $17.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience
The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health [https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/myhealth/health_insurance_plans] plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.
Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.
UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.
UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program [https://worklife.hr.ufl.edu/gatorperks/], which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers!
TEAMS Benefits [https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/my-benefits/explore/eligibility/teams-usps/]
Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent
Dental Assistant certification or equivalent training.
Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to plan, organize, and perform work assignments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to pay attention to detail
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and a list of three references.
This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required: Yes
Market context
In Florida, sterile equipment technician roles are typically tied to ongoing demand in dental and healthcare settings that rely on strict infection-control workflows. These positions can be competitive because employers look for candidates who follow detailed protocols, work well with clinical teams, and bring preferred dental assistant training or equivalent experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification background and readiness for precise, repeatable work before applying.