College Laboratory Technician - Dental Hygiene

GENERAL DUTIES

Performs highly-skilled laboratory functions and other technical duties in support of coursework.

• Sets up, maintains, and organizes student laboratories

• Assists students with setting up experiments and other learning exercises, and with the use of equipment and materials

• Maintains appropriate safety and hygiene standards

• Maintains required documentation related to laboratory activities

• Manages equipment and materials inventories.

Job Title Name: College Laboratory Technician

CONTRACT TITLE

College Laboratory Technician

FLSA

Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The Dental Hygiene Unit of the Allied Health and Sciences Department seeks qualified applicants for a College Laboratory Technician (CLT). Under the supervision of the Unit Coordinator, the CLT will be responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the Dental Hygiene Clinic and its equipment. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain inventory and repair records; Schedule delivery and pick up of dental materials and equipment.

• Recommend and prepare equipment and materials for requisition.

• Work closely with faculty; provide audiovisual support.

• Help organize classroom materials, supervise maintenance of audiovisual equipment, and provide audiovisual support to faculty.

• Prepare reports and maintain files.

• Prepare and set up labs as directed by faculty.

• Supervise schedules and work of college assistants including completion of each assignment.

• Arrange student malpractice coverage.

• Monitor emergency cart for supplies and expiration dates.

• Oversee sterilization and infection control mandates and procedures.

• Monitor sterilization equipment for function and maintenance.

• Monitor Radiation Certification.

• Monitor Dosimetry reports with radiology faculty.

• Maintain liaison with manufacture reps.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Unit Coordinator and/or Clinical Coordinator.

• Maintain MSDS Information Log.

• Essential duties require in-person presence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma with a minimum of four years' related experience. Additional education may be used to meet the experience requirement: an Associate degree may be substituted for two years experience, and a Bachelor's degree may be substituted for four years experience.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications are preferred:

• Two years’ experience with routine maintenance and operation of the Dental Hygiene Clinic.

• Must be a licensed Dental Hygienist in the State of New York with (2) years’ experience, or a bachelor’s degree.

• Experience with supervision of college assistants and other areas as designated by the unit coordinator.

• Availability to work evening and weekend hours.

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.

• Experience working with diverse multicultural student populations in an urban educational setting.

COMPENSATION

$54,484 - $62,277; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must apply online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigate to the following: "Employment" and "search Job Postings". Search for Job ID 29141 and select "Apply Now" Please submit resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of applications to begin December 10, 2024

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29141

Location

Hostos Community College