Instrument Technician
Veritas Veterinary Partners
Instrument Technician
Veritas Veterinary Partners
Acquires and supports specialty veterinary hospitals
World Class Medicine.
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Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.
At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.
We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.
Garden State Veterinary Services in Woodbridge, NJ is excited to announce we are looking for instrument technicians to join their specialty/emergency hospital.
About GSVServices: We are a multispecialty practice with boarded specialists in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, radiology, and critical care. Our clients and patients also have access to ophthalmology, oncology, radiation oncology, dermatology, and radioactive iodine treatment via our affiliated practice in Eatontown, NJ.
Why GSVServices: We are not your typical veterinary hospital! We know the winning recipe to maintain the care and compassion that our patients depend upon us for, is to create a safe and supportive space for you to put your skills to use, develop new skills, and be a part of our highly collaborative, fun, and friendly team! We are proud of our company culture and positive staff engagement within a fast-paced, learning environment; and our associate employment longevity is proof of our commitment to take care of one another, and provide the highest standard of care to the patients we serve.
POSITION SUMMARY
Veritas Veterinary Partners seeks a meticulous and safety-conscious sterile processing associate to support surgical and
clinical operations at a partner hospital. The sterile processing associate is responsible for the decontamination,
inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization and storage of reusable surgical instruments and medical devices used
across all hospital departments. The sterile processing function is governed by the recognized professional standards of
the Health care Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
(CBSPD), the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI, including AAMI ST79) and the
Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN). These standards apply equally to human and veterinary surgical
environments. The sterile processing associate serves as a critical link in the patient safety chain, ensuring that every
instrument used in surgery or clinical care is clean, sterile, functional and ready when needed. Pursuit of Certified
Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification through HSPA is strongly encouraged and supported by
Veritas Veterinary Partners.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
D E C O N T A M I N A T I O N A N D I N S T R U M E N T P R O C E S S I N G
▪ Receive, sort and decontaminate soiled surgical instruments and medical devices from all clinical departments following
established protocols.
▪ Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality and integrity, identifying and removing damaged or compromised items for repair
or replacement.
▪ Assemble instrument sets and procedure trays according to count sheets and standardized set configurations.
▪ Package assembled sets using appropriate wrapping systems and verify seal integrity prior to sterilization.
S T E R I L I Z A T I O N A N D S T O R A G E
▪ Operate steam autoclave and low-temperature sterilization systems in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital
protocol.
▪ Load and unload sterilization equipment correctly, monitoring cycle parameters and documenting sterilization records accurately.
▪ Perform biological and chemical indicator testing as required and take appropriate action when indicators fail.
▪ Store sterilized instrument sets in designated sterile storage areas, maintaining proper environmental conditions and rotation of
inventory.
▪ Maintain accurate records of all sterilization cycles, biological monitoring and instrument tracking.
Q U A L I T Y A S S U R A N C E A N D C O M P L I A N C E
▪ Follow AAMI ST79, AORN and HSPA standards for instrument reprocessing at all times.
▪ Adhere to strict PPE requirements and workflow separation protocols between contaminated and clean areas.
Participate in quality assurance programs including internal audits, biological monitoring review and continuing education.
▪ Report instrument damage, sterilization failures or process concerns to the supervisor promptly and document accurately.
T E A M C O L L A B O R A T I O N
▪ Coordinate closely with surgical and clinical teams to ensure instrument availability meets scheduled case requirements.
▪ Communicate instrument set status, repair needs and supply shortages to relevant department leads proactively.
▪ Respond to urgent instrument needs from the surgical team with accuracy and appropriate urgency.
▪ Contribute to a team culture of precision and accountability by remaining open to feedback, direction and coaching, and sharing
observations that strengthen sterile processing quality.
QUALIFICATIONS
R E Q U I R E D
▪ Minimum one year of experience in sterile processing,
central service or a surgical support environment in a health
care or veterinary setting.
▪ Working knowledge of decontamination, sterilization
principles and instrument reprocessing standards (AAMI
ST79, AORN or equivalent).
▪ Demonstrated ability to operate sterilization equipment
including steam autoclave and low-temperature sterilization
systems.
▪ Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in
instrument tracking, documentation and sterilization
monitoring.
▪ Ability to work within strict PPE and workflow separation
requirements consistently.
P R E F E R R E D
▪ Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
through HSPA or active pursuit of certification.
▪ Experience in a veterinary surgical or human hospital sterile
processing department.
▪ Familiarity with surgical instrument identification and set
assembly across multiple surgical specialties.
▪ Background in a high-volume or multi-OR environment with
complex instrument management requirements
Our CIRCLE Values
At Veritas Veterinary Partners, we harness the hearts, minds and effort of our teammates, united in our CIRCLE of Core Values, to help us unlock our full potential.
This position is onsite full-time at a partner hospital. The sterile processing associate works primarily in decontamination, instrument processing and sterile storage areas and must maintain strict adherence to PPE requirements and workflow separation protocols at all times. The role involves exposure to soiled surgical instruments and medical devices, biological materials, cleaning and disinfecting agents, steam and low-temperature sterilization equipment and the physical demands of standing, lifting instrument trays and working at processing stations throughout the shift. Close coordination with surgical and clinical teams is required to meet case preparation timelines. Hours include evenings, weekends and holidays consistent with surgical scheduling and 24-hour hospital operations.
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 7pm
Salary: $17/hr to $24/hr depending on skills, experience, and credentials
Benefits:
Garden State Veterinary Services is located at 1200 Route 9, Woodbridge NJ 07095
Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.
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Base Pay 17 - 24 USD
Acquires and supports specialty veterinary hospitals
Veritas Veterinary Partners operates a national network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals in the United States. It grows by acquiring or partnering with high-quality hospitals and provides resources such as a national recruiting platform, capital for new facilities and equipment, and growth infrastructure while allowing each hospital to maintain clinical autonomy. The network covers fields like surgery, oncology, cardiology, neurology, critical care, and internal medicine to enable advanced care across locations. The company's goal is to expand access to high-level veterinary services by building a larger network of care providers and locations.
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