Job Description

Central Sterile Technician | $22 - $28/hr | 4x10s or 3x12s | Full-Time Benefits | Portsmouth, NH

Are you someone who takes pride in organization, cleanliness, and supporting a team behind the scenes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail truly matters? We are seeking a dedicated and dependable Central Sterile Technician (Pack Room Attendant) to join our veterinary hospital team.

At Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, every role plays a critical part in delivering exceptional patient care. The Pack Room Attendant is essential in ensuring our medical teams have the clean, sterile equipment and organized supplies needed to provide high-quality medicine to our patients each and every day.

Compensation:

• $22 - $28 based on knowledge & experience

Schedule:

• Four 10-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts

Benefits

• Annual CE allowance + VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• Annual Uniform allowance
• Sick Time + PTO + Holiday pay at DOUBLE TIME
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance + HSA/FSA options
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee pet discount
• Technician Licensure Reimbursement (does not come out of your CE allowance!)
• VTNE reimbursement—ask us about it
• VTS Mentorship and Certification Assistance
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorship Available!

Responsibilities:
As a Central Sterile Technician you will play a key role in supporting all hospital departments by maintaining cleanliness, organization, sterility, and surgical readiness throughout the hospital.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Collaborate closely with department supervisors to ensure adequate sterile supplies and instrumentation are available to support daily caseload demands
• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, wrap, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments, packs, and medical equipment to appropriate hospital areas
• Prepare, disinfect, break down, and set up surgical suites before and after procedures
• Operate and monitor steam and ETO sterilizers in accordance with hospital protocols and safety standards
• Perform routine testing of autoclaves and accurately document and report results
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot surgical instruments and sterilization equipment to ensure proper function and safety
• Monitor inventory levels and expiration dates of sterile instruments, supplies, and surgical materials
• Maintain proper disinfection and processing of linens utilized within the operating room
• Complete scheduled deep cleaning and detailed sanitation tasks within operating rooms, equipment areas, and the pack room to uphold surgical cleanliness standards
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and back stock of supplies throughout the hospital
• Follow all sterilization procedures, infection control standards, and hospital safety protocols with exceptional attention to detail
• Support hospital-wide cleaning, stocking, and organizational initiatives during downtime
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support hospital operations and patient care

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:

• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong commitment to cleanliness, organization, and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to show initiative, work proactively, and effectively prioritize workloads during stressful or high-demand situations
• Motivation to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting
• Ability to work efficiently while consistently maintaining high quality standards and attention to detail
• Dependability, accountability, and a strong work ethic
• Adaptability and willingness to learn in an evolving hospital environment
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move throughout the duration of a shift
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, sterile processing, and sterilization procedures is preferred
• CRCST and/or CBSPD certification and/or prior experience within a veterinary specialty surgical service is preferred, but not required
• Commitment to supporting a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and exceptional patient care

Your growth is our investment!
At Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, innovation meets compassion, and your career growth is limitless.

For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.portcityvet.com.

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.