Sterile Processing Assistant

The Sterile Processing Assistant is responsible for cleaning sterilizing preparing and distributing surgical instruments and medical equipment while following strict infection control and safety standards to support patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean disinfect inspect assemble package and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain proper sterile technique and infection control practices.
• Prepare and distribute sterile instruments and supplies for surgeries and procedures.
• Collect and decontaminate used instruments and equipment.
• Identify damaged instruments and report items requiring repair or replacement.
• Operate maintain and troubleshoot sterilization equipment.
• Clean disinfect and prepare surgical and procedure rooms before and after use.

Qualifications :

• Certified Sterile Processing Technician License preferred.
• At least 1 year of sterile processing or surgical technician experience required; 2 years of veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately clean inspect assemble and prepare surgical instruments.
• Excellent communication organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks think critically and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of managing multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a veterinary healthcare team.

Additional Information :

We offer our staff:

Compensation: $18.00$22.00 per hour based on experience.

Shift Differential: Additional shift differential pay is offered for hours worked between 6:00 PM12:00 AM and 12:00 AM6:00 AM.

Pre-Employment Requirements: As a condition of employment candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and urine toxicology screening through HealthWorks before becoming eligible for hire.

• Comprehensive Benefits (health dental vision liability 401k & 401K matching program life & supplemental insurance HSA & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts Holiday Pay Uniform Allowance Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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Employment Type :

Full-time