Central Sterilization and Distribution Program Manager

Job Summary:

We have an exceptional opportunity for an individual to join our team as a Program Manager for our cleaning and sterilization lab. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the smooth and efficient operations of our lab, with a focus on infection control and quality standards. By supervising and assisting staff, you will contribute to maintaining a safe and sanitized environment while adhering to established procedures and techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

Sterilization Program Operations, Supervision, and Workflow Management (60%)

• Manages the daily operations of the Central Sterilization and Distribution unit to ensure instruments, cassettes, equipment, and related materials are cleaned, decontaminated, sterilized, assembled, tracked, and distributed in accordance with established infection control standards, clinic guidelines, OSHA requirements, and School of Dental Medicine procedures.

• Evaluates existing sterilization and distribution workflows, identifies operational or compliance gaps, and implements process improvements to support safe, efficient, and consistent unit operations.

• Develops, adjusts, and implements approved workflows, procedures, and operating in collaboration with the Health Care Manager to support unit needs, changes in equipment, changes in instrumentation, clinic demand, quality-control findings, or updated compliance expectations.

Staff Development, Support, and Training (30%)

• Develops, implements, and maintains standardized training practices for sterilization and distribution staff to ensure consistent understanding of procedures, equipment use, infection control standards, personal protective equipment requirements, cassette assembly, quality checks, and documentation expectations.

• Provides direct training, coaching, and guidance to staff regarding proper sterilization procedures, equipment maintenance, instrument handling, cassette preparation, distribution processes, quality-control requirements, and compliance expectations.

• Evaluates staff competency and identifies training needs based on observed performance, quality-control findings, workflow issues, equipment changes, procedure updates, or compliance requirements.

Quality Control, Compliance Monitoring, and Process Improvement (10%)

• Analyzes sterilization records, biological monitoring results, washer and sterilizer verification tests, equipment documentation, cassette/instrument tracking records, and other quality-control data to identify trends, gaps, errors, or compliance concerns.

• Updates to workflows, procedures, documentation practices, training expectations, or quality-control processes based on quality findings, operational needs, compliance requirements, in collaboration with the Health Care Manager.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

At the School of Dental Medicine, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, you'll find an incredible opportunity to contribute to the field of dentistry while advancing your career. As part of our esteemed institution, you'll have access to cutting-edge research facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and a collaborative and supportive environment. Join our team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional dental care, advancing oral health, and making a difference in patients' lives. With opportunities for growth, professional development, and meaningful impact, working with us offers a rewarding and fulfilling career in the dynamic field of dental medicine.

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: 15/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:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

• 4-6 years of professional dental care experience, including sterilization, dispensary or clinic administration.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification either as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or as a Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD) Technician from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

• Experience working in a high-volume sterilization area.

• Experience establishing, monitoring, ordering, organizing and maintaining dental and clinical inventory supplies and equipment.

• Experience working with faculty, staff and students in a higher education and/or hospital setting.

• Supervision or team lead experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

• Must be willing and able to work various shifts if an employee is out.

• Must be willing and able to stand for long periods of time and walk to distribute carts to dispensaries.

• Must be willing and able to reach overhead, often lifting items up and down 1-10 lbs.

• Must be willing and able to lift 10 to 25 lbs on a regular/daily basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Knowledge of dental/medical terminology

• Knowledge of dental/medical materials, tools, instruments and equipment

• Knowledge of proper use and technique of dental tools and instruments

• Knowledge of proper sterilization and aseptic processes, procedures, requirements, tools and equipment

• Ability to work with computer-based inventory and tracking databases, such as AxiUm

• Ability to work as a member of a team, as well as the ability to work independently and stay on task with little to no supervision.

• Must have dental terminology and know dental instrumentation of all areas of dentistry.

• Needs to know instrumentation to create cassettes for each department and procedure.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Oscar De Moya, Oscar.demoya@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 17, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range for this position has been established as $85,068-113,992.00.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz 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.