Sterile Processing Assistant

Alliance Animal Health•Village of Orchard Park, NY

9h•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Assistant is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, preparing, and distributing surgical instruments and medical equipment while following strict infection control and safety standards to support patient care.

Requirements

At least 1 year of sterile processing or surgical technician experience required
Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately clean, inspect, assemble, and prepare surgical instruments.
Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, think critically, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Capable of managing multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a veterinary healthcare team.

Nice To Haves

Certified Sterile Processing Technician License preferred.
2+ years of veterinary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean, disinfect, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
Maintain proper sterile technique and infection control practices.
Prepare and distribute sterile instruments and supplies for surgeries and procedures.
Collect and decontaminate used instruments and equipment.
Identify damaged instruments and report items requiring repair or replacement.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sterilization equipment.
Clean, disinfect, and prepare surgical and procedure rooms before and after use.

Benefits

Flexible schedules
Paid time off
Quality benefits
Continuing education opportunities
Special rate employee pet care
Shift differentials
Compensation: $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience.
Shift Differential: Additional shift differential pay is offered for hours worked between 6:00 PM–12:00 AM and 12:00 AM–6:00 AM.
Pre-Employment Requirements: As a condition of employment, candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and urine toxicology screening through HealthWorks before becoming eligible for hire.
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.