Process dental instruments at UBC's Dental Clinic using sterilization, disinfection, and autoclave testing skills. Support clinical programs through accurate reprocessing work.

The Instrument Reprocessing Technician works in the dispensary within UBC's Faculty of Dentistry. You will prepare handpieces, burs, instruments, and equipment through cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and testing. The work supports proper clinic functioning, patient care, and student curriculum requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

- Process handpiece components through cleaning, lubrication, and steam sterilization
- Process bur blocks, replace missing burs, and prepare sterilization bags
- Load, time, rinse, and dry cold-disinfected items
- Test autoclave vacuum function and perform biological indicator testing




- Maintain clinic, X-ray rooms, and laboratory areas as required

Requirements:

- High school graduation preferred
- Recognized Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate preferred
- Minimum two years related experience or equivalent education and experience preferred
- Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Apply instrument processing, disinfection, sterilization, and testing skills while supporting UBC Dental Clinic operations and patient care.

📌 Instrument Reprocessing Technician UBC Dental (Vancouver)
🏢 University of British Columbia
📍 Vancouver