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Ethos Veterinary Health Central Sterile Processing Technician in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Up to $2000 sign on bonus available!
Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, located in Portsmouth, NH is looking for a full-time central sterilization attendant to join the team. This is an entry level position and a great opportunity to join our team of caring and compassionate professionals. We offer benefits starting on your first day!
The Central Sterilization attendant is the center of all activity involving the cleaning and sterilizing of supplies and equipment needed for veterinary specialty surgery and other patient care areas. They are responsible for the cleaning, sterilization, set-up and break-down of all surgical instruments, equipment and maintaining gas and steam sterilizers. This position is vital in maintaining sterile conditions for all surgeries performed within our specialty hospital. Pack room Attendants interact with personnel from all areas of the hospital and support multiple teams.
Essential Functions
Collaboration with department supervisors to ensure adequate sterile supplies for daily case load
Decontaminating, inspecting, assembly, wrapping, sterilization and distribution of surgical supplies and equipment to appropriate areas
Disinfecting and setting up surgical suites
Use of steam and ETO sterilizers
Equipment maintenance and inspection
Instrument inspection and maintenance
Inventory control
Monitoring of expiration dates on sterile equipment and supplies
Routine testing of autoclaves and reporting of results
Disinfection of linens for use in the OR
Scheduled detailed cleaning tasks of equipment, ORs, and pack room to maintain proper cleanliness standards of a surgical areas
Other duties as assigned
Hours to include evening and weekend shifts
Skills and Experience:
Excellent interpersonal, influential, and organizational skills
Must show initiative and ability to prioritize workloads under stressful situations
Motivated to work independently and in team settings
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to work efficiently while maintaining a high attention to detail
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, processing, and sterilization is preferred
CRCST/CBSPD and/or experience in a veterinary specialty surgical service preferred but not required
Compensation
$20 - $35 Based on experience
Annual wage adjustment
Up to $2000 sign on bonus paid out after 90 days of employment
Non Credentialed Veterinary Technician: Up to $1000 sign on bonus
Credentialed Veterinary Technician: Up to $2,000 sign on bonus
About Port City Referral Hospital
Port City’s mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond. We encourage and empower our technicians to utilize their skills, have input into case management and patient care, think critically, work autonomously, further their knowledge and education, and pursue specialty certification if so desired.
Benefits of Working at Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital:
Compensation is based on experience and skill level. Full-time benefits include health with an optional 100% employer paid plan, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, uniforms, and a generous CE allowance.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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