Sterilization Assistant

Thank you for your interest in joining True North DPO.

We’re always excited to connect with passionate, patient-centered professionals who want to make a meaningful impact. If this opportunity aligns with your experience and goals, we encourage you to apply. Our Talent Team will review your application, and if there’s a strong match, we’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.

Sterilization Assistant

Practice: Dentistry at LaSalle
Location: Burlington, Ontario
Role Type: Part-Time (2 days per week)
Role Hours: Monday & Thursday (12:00pm-4:00pm)

Job Overview

Dentistry at LaSalle is a modern, boutique, family-focused dental office located in the beautiful Aldershot Village area of Burlington. We take pride in providing patient-centered care with a focus on exceptional oral health and a welcoming, friendly environment.

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Sterilization Assistant to support our clinical team. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a structured environment, takes initiative, and values the importance of maintaining a safe and efficient sterilization workflow. Your work will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of infection control and patient safety.

This is a great opportunity to join a compassionate and supportive team committed to delivering excellent dental care to the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments according to IPAC standards
• Maintain and monitor sterilization equipment, logs, and biological indicators
• Prepare instrument trays and operatory setups for clinical procedures
• Assist in operatory turnover, including wiping surfaces, replacing barriers, and restocking supplies
• Organize sterile storage areas and ensure proper inventory rotation
• Support the dental team with basic clinical or administrative tasks as needed
• Follow all safety, infection control, and sterilization protocols
• Ensure the steri-centre remains clean, organized, and fully compliant
• Maintain a smooth flow of instruments to support clinical efficiency throughout the day

Qualifications

• Experience in a dental sterilization or dental assisting role is preferred (but training can be provided)
• Strong understanding of infection control and IPAC protocols
• Ability to work efficiently and stay organized in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety and accuracy
• Reliable, punctual, and motivated to support a collaborative dental team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

Practice Snapshot

Operatories

• Total Operatories: 3
• Hygiene Operatories: 2
• DDS Operatories: 1 (plus rotating use of others depending on schedule)

Hygienists per Day

• Monday: 2
• Tuesday: 1.5
• Wednesday: 1
• Thursday: 2
• Friday: — (Closed)
• Saturday: 2 hygienists (1 Saturday per month, 9am–1pm)

Specialty Services Offered

• Implant surgeries
• Restorative procedures

Technology & Software

• LiveDDM Practice Management Software
• MaxAssit software
• Wheelchair operatory for accessibility
• Trios scanner
• Digital X-rays
• GBT: Guided Biofilm Therapy

Office Environment & Culture

Dentistry at LaSalle is a modern boutique family dental office with a strong focus on patient-centered care, compassion, and high-quality dentistry. The team is friendly, collaborative, and committed to delivering an exceptional experience for every patient. The environment is supportive, organized, and welcoming — a place where both patients and team members feel valued.

Neighbourhood Highlights / Landmarks

• Located in Burlington’s beautiful Aldershot Village
• Close to LaSalle Park, community amenities, and local shops
• Near Plains Road East and Waterdown Road
• Easily accessible with convenient parking

Compensation
• Pay Range: $20.00–$25.00 per hour
• Compensation is commensurate with experience and skills. 

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re looking to join a team that is rooted in trust, guided by excellence, and committed to elevating patient care through innovation and digital dentistry, this is the place for you. We are a values-driven organization that empowers our teams, invests in growth, and embraces modern technology to deliver a truly exceptional patient experience.

If you want to make a meaningful impact every day, be supported by a collaborative culture, and grow your career within a forward-thinking dental network, we would love to meet you. Apply now and grow your career with us.

Thank you for considering a career with True North DPO.

If this role isn’t the perfect fit, we hope you’ll stay connected. We’re growing quickly, and new opportunities across our network continue to open. We encourage you to check back regularly and follow us for updates as our teams expand.