Dental Assistant II – Academic Clinic & Sterilization

The University of British Columbia; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia's Faculty of Dentistry invites applications for a Dental Assistant II in the Dental Clinic. This role supports fast-paced operations, performing chairside assisting and preparing instruments and supplies for dental students.

Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, dispensing materials, and assisting during clinical demonstrations while maintaining a clean, safe work environment within the clinic and central sterilization areas.

Qualifications

• BC dental assistant certification and current license required.
• High School graduation and completion of dental assistant program.
• Two years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Set up instruments and equipment for dental procedures.
• Assist faculty and students for chairside dental assisting.
• Disinfect and sterilize supplies and instruments in the dispensary.
• Dispense supplies and materials to dental students.
• Prepare for and assist during clinical demonstrations.
• Clean cubicles, dispensaries, and lab areas.
• Work in the clinic and Central Sterilization and Dispensary area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Learn new software

Discretion

Equity & inclusion

Education

BC dental assistant certification & license

High School + dental assistant program

2 years relevant experience

Job description

The University of British Columbia's Faculty of Dentistry invites applications for a Dental Assistant II in the Dental Clinic. This role supports fast-paced operations, performing chairside assisting and preparing instruments and supplies for dental students.

Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, dispensing materials, and assisting during clinical demonstrations while maintaining a clean, safe work environment within the clinic and central sterilization areas.