Dental Assistant 2

Staff - Union

Job Category: CUPE 116 Job Profile CUPE 116 Hourly - Dental Assistant 2 Job Title: Dental Assistant 2 Department: Dental Clinic | Faculty of Dentistry Compensation Range: $30.84 - $33.48 CAD Hourly Posting End Date: March 2, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

This is a part-time sessional position. The incumbent will work Thursdays and Fridays.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff, and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Why join the UBC Faculty of Dentistry?

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. The University of British Columbia is consistently recognized as one of BC’s top employers, one of Canada’s greenest employers, best diversity employers, and top employers for young people. The Dental Clinic at UBC uses state-of-the-art technology and an innovative architectural design to create a sophisticated, efficient space for learning, community service, and research.

Some of the many benefits of working at UBC include:

• Comprehensive benefits package with paid sick leave, extended health, dental and pension plans.
• Opportunity for advancement and regular scheduled pay increases.
• Grow your career with professional development opportunities and funding.
• Healthy Workplace Initiatives including counselling and innovative wellness services are available.
• Access to exclusive discount offers for UBC staff.

Job Summary
This position is one of support to facilitate the operation of the dental school. It will involve chairside assisting, but also sterilization and preparation of instruments and supplies for dental students.

Organizational Status
This position, Dental Assistant II, reports to a Dental Assistant III or IV, who reports to the Clinic Director, who reports to the Dean.

Work Performed

1. Setting up instruments and equipment for dental procedures.
2. Assisting faculty and students for chairside dental assisting.
3. Assisting in the dispensary with the disinfection and sterilization of supplies and instruments.
4. Dispensing of supplies and materials to dental students.
5. Preparing for and assisting during clinical demonstrations.
6. Cleaning cubicles, dispensaries, and lab areas.
7. Performing other related duties as required.

Would work in the clinic and the Central Sterilization and Dispensary area. Work around the sink area, sterilizers, and ultrasonic units. Lighting is good; floor is concrete, with some anti-fatigue matting throughout. Hazards include heavy instrument cassettes, lifting of cassettes, and loading and unloading of trolleys. Very hot temperatures in the sterilizers require proper mitts when unloading. Disinfection solutions vary, including phenol, glutaraldehyde, isopropyl alcohol; gloves must be worn. Handling of used instrument cassettes could be hazardous.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Work would be checked by a Dental Assistant III or IV. If an error occurred, there could be possible damage to handpieces, instruments, and equipment. Incorrect decisions could impact the clinic's functioning properly the next day. Proper sterilization and disinfection are vital to patient care and student curriculum requirements.

Supervision Received
Would be supervised by a Dental Assistant III or Dental Assistant IV.

Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation plus completion of a dental assistant program, B.C. dental assistant certification and current licence, and a minimum of two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including those in conflict with one’s own.

- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work toward consensus and effectively resolve differences. Ability to deal effectively and professionally with a diversity of clients/students/faculty/colleagues. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Ability to learn new computer programs and use computers effectively. Ability to exercise tact and discretion. Ability to gather, record, and organize information. Ability to work afternoons, evenings, and/or Saturdays.