We are searching for a Sterilization Technician/Assistant for our north location that will be expanding in the new year. The hours for the position are Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:30pm. We are hoping to have our new candidate start no later than early to mid December but can accommodate sooner and be flexible on the date. We will provide a minimum of 4 weeks of training; the training will take place at our Springborough Endodontics location and then transition to the newly expanded north location upon opening in mid-January.

SUMMARY

You play a critical role in the success of our practice and team, helping our patients receive safe, high-quality care.

JOB DUTIES

- Sterilize all instruments, following IPC protocols and staying current on IPC changes from the colleges and government; wear required PPE.
- Keep the steri area tidy and organized, and close the steri center at the end of the day.
- Run the daily, weekly and monthly tests and maintenance on sterilization equipment (see Recurring Tasks).
- Monitor inventory and supplies so we never run out. Stock checks and relay what is needed when reps visit.
- Set up and take down operatories when asked by RDAs and answer the doorbell to help RDAs and doctors during procedures
- Complete the office compliance checklists (first aid, controlled and uncontrolled drugs, radiation QA program, dosimeters).
- Monitor, order and change the nitrous and oxygen tanks.
- Fix equipment or computer problems for the clinical team by calling the proper number on the key contacts sheet and organize repairs of equipment and instruments.
- Go to the pharmacy for prescriptions when required.
- This list may evolve. We are a team and pride ourselves on helping each other, so tasks not listed here may occasionally be asked of you.

RECURRING TASKS

Daily

- Check oxygen valves are off at end of day




- Replenish solutions as needed; process instruments; laundry
- Clean handpiece chucks
- Check cases 2 days out for sponges; if short, have them transferred from other offices (text steri tech)

Weekly

- Check clipboard in doctors’ office for extraction cases; remove sponge from bin and discard
- Check surgical supplies for next week’s surgery and grafting cases (retrofill material, sutures, and graft material if booked).
- Make sponges; check stock and order supplies

Friday

- Refill Hydrim softener salt pellets; run Hydrim cleaning cycle with 1 L vinegar
- Sterilizer maintenance
- Clean, lubricate and sterilize rubber dam punches

Bi-weekly

- Refill Optim wipes; change NSK iCare oil filter; clean steri sink with Comet

Monthly

- Clean Statim cassette
- Review sponges and discard those not needed (note in patient chart)
- Complete checklists: first aid kit, uncontrolled drug list, radiation, dosimeters
- Check anesthetic expiry dates in operatories
- Refresh operatory solutions: move drawer solutions to trays, restock drawer with fresh

Quarterly

- Dosimeter services

REQUIREMENTS

- One-year Dental Assistant Program or Medical Device Reprocessing Program from a college, or other related experience, preferred
- CPR certification an asset
- Excellent verbal and written communication, including accurate and complete notes in patient charts
- Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office, email, spreadsheets, and TDO (The Digital Office)
- Excellent customer service skills and positive working relationships with patients and team
- Punctual and reliable; works safely and follows office health and safety protocols
- Able to juggle multiple tasks, change priorities and handle interruptions while responding to the needs of patients, team and practitioners

Advantages:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Sterilization Technician (Calgary)
🏢 Springborough Endodontics, North Calgary Dental Specialists, Southeast Endodontics
📍 Calgary