Central Sterile Supply (CSS)/Surgery Technician

Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Central Sterile Supply (CSS) Team is essential to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care for both large and small animal patients. This role is perfect for detail-oriented professionals who thrive behind the scenes and take pride in supporting life-saving procedures.

Requirements

Working knowledge of basic companion and large animal anatomy and physiology
Experience in veterinary care of large and small animals
Experience in hospital central sterile supply and operating rooms
Strong communication skills
Rabies prophylaxis required (provided by employer)
Must obtain Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) certification within one year of hire

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of surgical suite
Knowledge of CSS instrumentation and sterile technique
Experience multitasking important duties that are all necessary
International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) certified
Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST)

Responsibilities

Support surgical services across three key areas: operating room assistance, patient preparation, and instrumentation management
Clean, sterilize, assemble, and maintain surgical instruments to ensure they are procedure-ready at all times
Prepare surgical suites and provide intraoperative support to veterinary surgeons and clinical teams
Perform patient preparation, including clipping and aseptic surgical site preparation, while maintaining strict sterile protocols
Collaborate with specialists in areas such as neurology, orthopedics, and oncology to ensure seamless surgical workflow
Help coordinate daily surgical operations, ensuring OR readiness, proper case flow, and team alignment for both scheduled and emergency procedures
Maintain accurate tracking and organization of surgical instruments and supplies