Sterilization Technician - Peterborough Dental Clinic

Dentalcorp Canada; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterborough Dental Clinic in Peterborough, Ontario, is seeking a dedicated Sterilization Assistant to join a patient-centred team and support efficient, compliant reprocessing practices.

This full-time role offers Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Previous clinical experience in a sterilization role is considered an asset.
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting and/or MDRT programs is preferred.
• IPAC experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Clean, package, sterilize, and store dental instruments in IPAC-compliant manner.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment, completing testing and documentation.
• Maintain accurate records to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized reprocessing area following health and safety protocols.
• Identify and report equipment or sterilization issues promptly.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to support efficient patient flow.

Skills

Sterilization

Dental assisting

IPAC

Education

Dental Assisting program

MDRT program

Job description

Get to Know Us:

Peterborough Dental Clinic is a patient‑centred practice where people truly come first—both patients and team members. We’re proud of our collaborative, respectful culture, where everyone works together, takes ownership, and supports one another in delivering exceptional care. Our team values integrity, open communication, and continuous learning, with opportunities to grow clinically and professionally. If you’re looking for a welcoming practice that values teamwork, accountability, and meaningful impact in the community, we’d love to connect.

Schedule: Full-Time

• Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Grow Without Limits: We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms.


• Brilliant Rewards: Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program.


• Build Your Career with Us: Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth.


• Culture & Flexibility: Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth.

The wage for this Sterilization Assistant position is $19-$22/hour depending on skills, experience, and location.

Please note that this is a replacement job opening.

Your Role:

• Clean, package, sterilize, and store dental instruments in compliance with IPAC standards and provincial regulations.


• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment, completing required testing and documentation.


• Maintain accurate records to support compliance and audit readiness.


• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized reprocessing area following health and safety protocols.


• Identify and report equipment or sterilization issues promptly.


• Collaborate with the clinical team to support efficient patient flow.

About You:

• Previous clinical experience working in sterilization role is considered an asset.


• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting and/or Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (MDRT) Programs is preferred.


• Experience with IPAC (Infection Prevention and Control) is an asset.

Application Information: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis.