Sterilization Technician - Vic West Dentistry

Dentalcorp Health Services LTD.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Gym discounts

Insurance savings

Entertainment deals

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Vic West Dentistry is seeking a Sterilization Assistant for a part-time role (2–3 days per week) in Victoria. You will clean, sterilize, and store dental instruments, monitor equipment, and support the clinical team to ensure smooth patient flow.

Experience with IPAC is an asset; an accredited Dental Assisting program or MDRT training is preferred. Wages range with experience and location, and the practice offers a positive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• IPAC knowledge and infection control practices.
• Ability to collaborate with clinical staff.
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Clean, package, sterilize, and store dental instruments per IPAC standards.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment and complete required testing.
• Maintain records to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Keep reprocessing area clean, safe, and organized per health protocols.
• Identify and report equipment or sterilization issues promptly.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to support efficient patient flow.

Skills

IPAC knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Dental Assisting Program

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (MDRT) program

Job description

Get to Know Us: For over 30 years, Vic West Dentistry has proudly served patients in Victoria and the surrounding communities. Our team is passionate about providing exceptional, patient-centred care and staying at the forefront of modern dentistry. We are committed to ongoing learning and professional development, regularly attending courses and dental conferences to ensure we provide our patients with the most up-to-date care. Conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Victoria, Vic West Dentistry offers a welcoming, collaborative environment where team members can grow and thrive.

Schedule

Part-time 2 - 3 days per week

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 $21-$26/hour depending on skills, experience, and location.

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

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.

Our purpose is to provide the best care for our patients.

We empower our people and our practices with resources and technology to deliver exceptional care and patient outcomes.

We are the future of dentistry: a network-driven, entrepreneurial approach with the knowledge, scale and cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare in Canada.