About Calian
At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.
We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected.
If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.
Job Type: Full-time, contract
About Calian
Calian is proud to continue its long-standing partnership with the Department of National Defence (DND), providing healthcare services to members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Through our Healthcare Provider Contract, Calian employs healthcare professionals across Canada who play a vital role in supporting the health, readiness, and well-being of military personnel.
Position Overview
Calian is seeking a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (MDRT) to support the Dental Clinic at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Halifax. The successful candidate will be responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and management of reusable medical and dental instruments to ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards.
Working closely with the dental team, the MDRT will help maintain a safe and efficient clinical environment while supporting the delivery of high-quality care to members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Responsibilities
- Clean, disinfect, inspect, package, sterilize, and store reusable medical and dental instruments and equipment.
- Ensure all reprocessing activities comply with infection prevention and control standards, policies, and procedures.
- Monitor sterilization cycles and maintain accurate documentation and quality assurance records.
- Conduct routine testing and maintenance of sterilization equipment.
- Manage inventory levels of sterile supplies and reprocessing materials.
- Assist with the organization and maintenance of the sterilization area and storage spaces.
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions or process issues.
- Collaborate with dental staff to ensure instruments and equipment are available for clinical procedures.
- Follow applicable occupational health and safety regulations and departmental procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle all information in accordance with privacy requirements.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a recognized Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (MDRT) program or equivalent training.
- Current certification in Medical Device Reprocessing is considered an asset.
- Experience in medical device reprocessing, sterilization, or infection prevention and control practices.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Additional Requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Security Clearance (Enhanced Reliability).
- Ability to work on-site at CFB Halifax.
- Experience in a dental clinic setting is considered an asset.
AI Usage Disclosure
At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team. 
