Veterinary Sterile Processing Technician

Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center; Town of Orchard Park (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k with matching

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bereavement program

Parental leave

Continuing education allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus program

Personal pet discounts

Holiday pay

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center in Western NY is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant to support our surgical suites. You will clean, sterilize, prepare, and distribute instruments, maintain sterile technique, and work closely with our veterinary healthcare team.

Experience in sterile processing or as a surgical tech is preferred; certification is a plus; compensation ranges from $18 to $22 per hour with shift differentials.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of sterile processing or surgical technician experience.
• 2+ years of veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with instrument handling.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently and with a veterinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments.
• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Certified Sterile Processing Technician License

Job description

Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center in Western NY is seeking a Sterile Processing Assistant to support our surgical suites. You will clean, sterilize, prepare, and distribute instruments, maintain sterile technique, and work closely with our veterinary healthcare team.

Experience in sterile processing or as a surgical tech is preferred; certification is a plus; compensation ranges from $18 to $22 per hour with shift differentials.