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Veterinary Sterilization Technician, GCVS
Ethos Veterinary HealthUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2025
š° $32,000/yr
About the role
Veterinary Sterilization Technician
Ā Are you eager to make a meaningful impact in veterinary care? Do you excel in dynamic, fast-paced settings where every day brings something new? If you're a highly organized, compassionate, and energetic team player with strong collaboration skills, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is looking for you to join our team as a Veterinary Sterilization Technician.
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists is a leading provider of specialized care for companion animals. Dedicated to excellence, we work closely with the veterinary community to uphold the highest standards of treatment. Our advanced facility is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic technology, supported by a team of expert veterinary specialists and compassionate staff.
Position Overview:
The Surgery Sterilization Technician is a vital member of our hospital support team, responsible for the meticulous cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of all surgical instruments and related equipment. This role focuses exclusively on instrument processing and does not involve direct animal handling. The successful candidate will play a critical role in preventing surgical site infections and ensuring that our surgical, neurology, and internal medicine teams have properly prepared instruments for every procedure.
Compensation:
Ā Are you eager to make a meaningful impact in veterinary care? Do you excel in dynamic, fast-paced settings where every day brings something new? If you're a highly organized, compassionate, and energetic team player with strong collaboration skills, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is looking for you to join our team as a Veterinary Sterilization Technician.
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists is a leading provider of specialized care for companion animals. Dedicated to excellence, we work closely with the veterinary community to uphold the highest standards of treatment. Our advanced facility is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic technology, supported by a team of expert veterinary specialists and compassionate staff.
Position Overview:
The Surgery Sterilization Technician is a vital member of our hospital support team, responsible for the meticulous cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of all surgical instruments and related equipment. This role focuses exclusively on instrument processing and does not involve direct animal handling. The successful candidate will play a critical role in preventing surgical site infections and ensuring that our surgical, neurology, and internal medicine teams have properly prepared instruments for every procedure.
Compensation:
- Starting at $16+/hr, based on experience
- Full Time (days)
- Monday - Friday
- 10am-7pm (1 hour lunch break)
- Rotating Saturdays (1 per month)
- Monday - Friday
- Collect, receive, and decontaminate used surgical instruments and equipment from various hospital departments, with a primary focus on Surgery, Neurology, and Internal Medicine.
- Manually clean and operate cleaning equipment (e.g., ultrasonic cleaners, instrument washers) to remove blood, tissue, and other contaminants.
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage, reporting any issues to the appropriate personnel.
- Assemble surgical instrument sets and individual packs accurately according to established count sheets and procedures.
- Properly package instruments and equipment for sterilization using appropriate wraps, pouches, and containers.
- Operate and maintain steam autoclaves and ethylene oxide (EO) sterilizers according to manufacturer guidelines and hospital protocols.
- Monitor sterilization cycles and interpret biological and chemical indicators to ensure effective sterilization.
- Handle and process specialized and expensive equipment, including laparoscopic cameras, various types of scopes (e.g., endoscopes, arthroscopes), and power equipment, following specific care and handling instructions.
- Organize and maintain the sterile inventory, ensuring instruments and packs are readily available for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Adhere strictly to all infection control policies and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
- Assist in the training of new personnel on sterilization procedures as needed.
- Identify and recommend improvements to sterilization processes and protocols.
- Attention to Detail : Exceptional precision in cleaning, inspecting, assembling, and packaging instruments is paramount to ensure sterility and patient safety.
- Works Independently: Ability to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and complete responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Prioritization Skills: Efficiently organize and prioritize instrument processing to meet the demands of a busy surgical and specialty caseload.
- Proactive Thinker: Anticipate the needs of the surgica
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