Key Responsibilities

- Clean, disinfect, inspect, package, and sterilize dental instruments.

- room turn over and set up

- Operate sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.

- Follow infection-prevention and control procedures and workplace safety policies.

- Monitor and document sterilization cycles, including chemical and biological indicators.

- Maintain accurate sterilization and equipment records.

- Assemble and organize instrument trays for dental procedures.

- Store sterilized instruments appropriately and check package integrity.

- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sterilization area.

- Identify damaged, contaminated, or improperly sterilized instruments and take appropriate action.

- Restock dental supplies and sterilization materials.

- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of sterilization equipment.

- Handle contaminated instruments using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

- Communicate with dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other clinic staff regarding instrument availability and infection-control concerns.

- Help with charting if feasible





- Follow applicable provincial/territorial infection-control requirements and clinic policies.

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent is typically required.

- Dental sterilization/infection-control training is an asset.

- Previous experience in a dental, healthcare, medical device reprocessing, or sterilization environment is preferred.

- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.

- Good organizational and time-management skills.

- Ability to work safely with contaminated instruments and chemicals.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.

Typical Working Conditions The technician generally works in a dental clinic or dedicated sterilization area. The position may involve standing for extended periods, repetitive instrument handling, wearing PPE, and working around cleaning chemicals and sterilization equipment.

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Perks

- Company events

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Dental floater and sterilization technician (Greater Sudbury)
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📍 Greater Sudbury