The Dental Sterilization Assistant is responsible for ensuring all dental instruments, equipment, and operatories are properly cleaned, disinfected, sterilized, and prepared in accordance with BCCOHP and practice protocols. This role is essential in maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive clinical environment for patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities

- Collect, clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments and handpieces

- Operate sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, instrument washers)

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

- Maintain accurate sterilization logs and compliance records

- Ensure proper storage and rotation of sterile instruments

- Disinfect operatories between patients following infection control guidelines





- Assist dental assistants and clinical staff with instrument setup as needed

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required

- Dental office or healthcare experience preferred

- Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Skills & Competencies

- Excellent time management

- Strong compliance awareness

- Team-oriented mindset

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

- Consistent adherence to safety protocols

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care

- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

📌 Dental Sterilization Assistant (Nanaimo)
🏢 Harewood Dental Clinic
📍 Nanaimo