What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Surgical Assistant- Central Sterilization position at Northstar VETS?
We are looking for a experienced, motivated Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our Surgical team. Responsibilities including but not limited to: Decontamination, processing and sterilization of various surgical instruments and equipment; Assisting in the set-up and breakdown of the surgical suites; Ability to plan ahead to ensure all equipment needed for procedures is sterile and available; assist in the routine maintenance and care of sterilization equipment; help maintain up to date Master list of Surgical Inventory; Knowledge of infection control and safety regulations, including OSHA and CDC guidelines
Environment: Sterilization area of a multi-specialty veterinary practice supporting 5 surgical suites. Must be comfortable working in an environment with various animal species. Ability to work independently and collaborate with clinical teams in a fast paced environment
Who we are.
NorthStar VETS is a privately owned, award-winning, AAHA accredited, veterinary emergency, trauma and specialty center providing 24/7 care in beautiful Mercer County, New Jersey. Our 33,000 square foot facility is the state’s first Level 1 VECCS certified trauma center. Our specialty and referral capabilities include:
- Anesthesia and Pain Management
- Avian and Exotics
- Behavior
- Cardiology
- Clinical Pathology
- Dentistry
- Dermatology
- Emergency and Critical Care
- Internal Medicine
- Interventional Radiology
- Neurology
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
- Radiology (MRI/CT)
- Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy
- Surgery
- Theriogenology
- Nuclear medicine I-131
- Acupuncture
- Bloodbank
You can have it all.
Because we value our team members, NorthStar VETS offers an outstanding benefits package, competitive salary, education assistance, and a generous differential for mid and overnight shifts. We strongly believe in a Work/Life Balance and offer 3 and 4 -day workweeks. If you’re driven by a commitment to excellence, compassion, professionalism, education, service, and teamwork, this is the place for you.
*Drug-Free Workplace*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Experience:
- Sterile Processing Technicians: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CSPDT (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21
