Temporary Sterile Resource Technician, Veterinary Medicine

Redwood City, CA

Full Time

Sterile Resources

Mid Level

Temporary Sterile Resource Technician

Location: SAGE Redwood City, CA
Pay Range: $22 – $40 per hour (based on experience, skills, and qualifications)
Job Type: Temporary

Join us in shaping the future of veterinary excellence at SAGE Redwood City, the premier center for specialized and emergency veterinary services in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our departments include Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, and Rehabilitation.

SAGE Redwood City is seeking an experienced SSterile Resource Technician to join our team on a temporary basis for roughly two months. This role is ideal for someone with experience who is ready to support our clinical teams during a busy period.

About the role:
The Sterile Resource Technician (SRT) is vital to ensuring a sterile and efficient environment in our veterinary clinic’s surgical department. This position is responsible for the decontamination, preparation, assembly, and sterilization of all surgical instruments, as well as for maintaining equipment and restocking operating room cabinets with sterile supplies. The SRT upholds the highest standards of infection control to ensure patient and staff safety.

Primary Duties:
Instrument Processing

Decontaminate, clean, assemble, package, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment to ensure readiness for use.
Adhere to strict infection control protocols and conduct biological monitoring to verify sterilization.
Operate sterilization equipment (e.g., steam, EO, H₂O₂), ensuring correct loading, operation, and unloading for optimal sterile conditions.

Equipment Maintenance and Stocking

Inspect and maintain surgical instruments, identifying and replacing any damaged items to ensure safety and functionality.
Perform routine maintenance on sterilization equipment and promptly report any malfunctions or needed repairs.
Keep operating room cabinets stocked with sterile supplies, maintaining inventory levels to support efficient surgical operations.

Compliance and Safety

Follow all clinic policies and regulatory guidelines, including OSHA standards and manufacturer instructions for cleaning agents and equipment.
Uphold a clean, organized, and sterile work environment, adhering to proper disinfection procedures to ensure safety.

Qualifications

Experience:
- Prior experience in a clinical, hospital, or veterinary setting preferred.
- Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and general office equipment.
Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
- Effective time management with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
- Excellent communication skills, with the capacity to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Capacity to stand for extended periods and frequently bend at the waist.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting with a focus on safety and precision.

Compensation:
The pay range for this position is $22 - $40 per hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Benefits:

Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms
Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually
VetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training, and curriculum library
License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s
Opportunities for growth and advancement

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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of 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. PM19

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