Sterile Processing Assistant

North Carolina State University; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Job summary

NC State University’s Veterinary Hospital in Raleigh, NC seeks a Sterile Processing Assistant to support decontamination, inspection, and sterilization of surgical instruments. You will help ensure instrument readiness, pack availability, and reliable service to clinical teams.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety guidelines and collaboration with OR staff to maintain efficient workflows in a teaching hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program in sterile processing or equivalent.
• Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licensure.
• Experience in operating room or sterile processing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide sterile processing support for decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and equipment in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to clinical teams by responding to questions regarding packs, availability and equipment operation.
• Collaborate with Operating Room staff to support scheduling, room turnover, and rapid instrument turnaround.
• Maintain and manage surgical instrumentation and implant inventory within ISIP Surgical.
• Support departmental operations through coordination of equipment rentals, billing, and purchasing of supplies.

Education

Accredited sterile processing training

Job description

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG195062SP

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title Sterile Processing Assistant

Anticipated Hiring Range $39,000 - $42,200

Work Schedule Daytime, TBD, holidays/on call required, mandatory

Job Location Raleigh, NC

Department CVM Teaching Hospital

About The Department

Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation’s highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.


• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.


• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks And Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical , Dental , and Vision


• Flexible Spending Account


• Retirement Programs


• Disability Plans


• Life Insurance


• Accident Plan


• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs


• 12 Holidays Each Year


• Tuition and Academic Assistance


• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to support the NC State Veterinary Hospitals by providing sterile processing services for surgical instrumentation and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted patient care. This position is responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, inventory management, and distribution of surgical instruments and supplies while maintaining compliance with hospital policies and regulatory guidelines. The role also serves as a key support resource for clinical teams by delivering exceptional customer service and helping ensure the operational readiness of surgical services throughout the Veterinary Hospital.

Sterile Processing & Instrument Reprocessing

• Provide sterile processing support for the hospitals through the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and equipment in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.

Customer Service & Clinical Support

• Deliver exceptional customer service to clinical teams by responding to questions regarding surgical packs, instrumentation availability, equipment operation, and procedural supply needs.

Operating Room Coordination

• Collaborate closely with Operating Room staff to support surgical scheduling, room turnover, and rapid instrument turnaround to ensure equipment and instrumentation needs are consistently met for procedures.

Inventory & Systems Management

• Maintain and manage surgical instrumentation, implant inventory, and component lists within ISIP Surgical to ensure accuracy, availability, and operational efficiency.

Department Operations & Purchasing

• Support departmental operations through coordination of equipment and instrumentation rentals, billing activities, and purchasing of implants and sterile processing supplies to maintain uninterrupted workflow and high-quality service.

Professional Standards & Operations

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a clean, safe, and functional workspace in accordance with OSHA , EHS , radiation safety, hospital infectious disease policies, and sterile processing standards.


• Team Collaboration & Communication: Participate actively in problem-solving and team advancement while working independently with sound judgment and seeking assistance when appropriate.

Operational Agility & Physical Demands

• Demonstrate the ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations, work safely around potential hazards including zoonotic diseases, chemicals, and gases, and extend work hours as needed to support patient care and hospital operations.

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Clinical Experience

Previous experience as an operating room or sterile processing assistant in a veterinary or human healthcare clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.

Instructional Background

Proven experience in teaching, coaching, or mentoring veterinary students and junior staff members within a clinical environment.

Specialized Technical Proficiency

Competency in sterile processing operations, including advanced handling of complex surgical instrumentation, sterilization technologies, infection control practices, and support of high-volume or specialty surgical services.

Critical Thinking & Operational Judgment

Strong ability to apply critical thinking to sterile processing workflows, including prioritizing instrument turnaround, resolving equipment or sterilization issues, and exercising sound judgment in fast-paced, high-demand surgical environments.

Communication & Professional Resilience

Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality customer service to clinical teams, communicate clearly regarding instrumentation and supply needs, and maintain professionalism and composure in high-volume or high-pressure hospital settings.

Required License Or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 06/12/2026

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 06/19/2026

Position Details

Position Number 00112114

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level Journey

Position Classification Salary Range $ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency MH08

Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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