Dental Assistant 3

Staff - Union Job Category CUPE 116 Job Profile CUPE 116 Salaried - Dental Assistant 3 Job Title Dental Assistant 3 Department Dental Clinic | Faculty of Dentistry Compensation Range $5,546.00 - $5,984.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date June 29, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date Ongoing 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. Job Description Summary This position will assist faculty members and graduate students at chair side. It would involve working in the Central Sterilization and Dispensing area with the disinfection, sterilization and dispensing of dental supplies and instruments. Organizational Status This position- Dental Assistant III, would report to a Dental Assistant IV, that reports to the Senior Clinic Manager, Resources & Operations, who reports to the Clinic Director. This position will also take direction from the Clinic Operations Administrator. Work Performed Supervises and coordinates the work of lower classification level of Dental Assistants as required. Assisting faculty members, integrated dental practitioners and students at chair side. Setting up instruments and equipment for dental procedures. Assisting in the dispensary with the disinfection and sterilization of supplies and instruments. Dispensing of supplies and materials to students. Informing faculty, patients and students of existing protocols and procedures. Cleaning cubicles, dispensaries, and lab areas. Performing other related tasks as required. Would work in the dispensary’s (Room 218), main clinic. Work around sink area, sterilizers and ultrasonic units. Lighting is good; floor is concrete, some anti-fatigue matting throughout. Hazards- instrument cassettes are heavy, lifting of cassettes involved, and loading and unloading of trolleys. Special mask to be worn when using Assisting unit. Very hot temperatures in the sterilizers, proper mitts to be worn when unloading. Disinfection solutions are varied- phenol, glutaraldehyde, isopropyl alcohol- gloves to be worn. Handling of used instrument cassettes could be hazardous. Consequence of Error/Judgement Work would be checked by a Dental Assistant IV. If an error occurred, possible damage to handpieces, instruments and equipment. If incorrect decisions were made it would impact on the clinic functioning properly the next day. Proper sterilization and disinfection is vital to patient care and student curriculum requirements. Supervision Received Would be supervised by a team of Dental Assistant IV’s. Supervision Given Supervises Dental Assistant II s and Tech II s. Minimum Qualifications - Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives 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 B.C. Dental Assistant Certification and Current License. High School graduation and Completion of dental assistant program. 4 years relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience and knowledge of surgical procedures and materials used in implants/prosthodontic implants/endodontic/ periodontics, pedodontics, oral surgery and orthodontics. Supervisory experience is required. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to gather, record, and organize information. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to effectively train, supervise, and motivate team members. Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office at a basic level. (Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel). Ability to identify and respond to contentious or sensitive issues with discretion. Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities. 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. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together? Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.