Description
The College of Dentistry, Dental Clinics at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a full-time academic professional Director of Central Sterilization to provide leadership and oversight for the predoctoral sterilization and instrument management operations within the College of Dentistry.
The Director will responsible for directing the central sterilization team that manages proper inventory control, safeguarding, maintenance, sterilization, and dispensing of all dental instruments, equipment, and materials, as well as overseeing the College's prepatient care and clinical inventory/dispensary systems.
Candidates must have a bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene, Health Sciences or a related field. Minimum five (5) years' of relevant experience in sterile processing, dental/medical instrument management, or clinical operations experience. Masters degree in a health-related field is highly preferred.
The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of clinical dental processes and practices. Outstanding skills in oral and written communication, including public presentations are preferred along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $85,000.00 to $100,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
For fullest consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume or curriculum vitae, and the names of five professional references to https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19521?c=uic by insert date June 1st, 2026.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person Please remove the UIC job board from the recruitment plan.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters[LS1] to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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