What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Instrument Processor position at Veritas Veterinary Partners?
World Class Medicine.
Purpose-Driven Partnership.
Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and 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.
About the job: Responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, wrapping, and rotating all surgical and procedural instruments to ensure proper infection control and readiness for use. Operates and maintains sterilization equipment, including autoclave, cold sterilization systems, and gas sterilization units. Follows strict protocols for handling and storing instruments to maintain sterility and safety standards.
Responsibilities
Salary: $19.00 - $23.00 / hour based on experience
Benefits
Every aspect of our organization links to one key tenet, which is to provide compassionate and optimal patient care. We have a long standing and national reputation of gold standard medicine, supported by both the education and training of our team members, along with top-of-the-line equipment needed to keep stride with the advancements in veterinary medicine. With this as the epicenter of our mission, our culture consists of respect, compassion, understanding, and teamwork.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital provides an internal community that supports work-life balance, employee learning and engagement and personal and career development; we also are committed to external community involvement, which encompasses fellow veterinary establishments and shelters, city eco sustainability actions, support of local businesses and law enforcement pet care. We are not just a corporation, we are an entity, a living, breathing, growing organism that can only thrive when comprised of great team members.
Location: 10140 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Base Pay: $19 USD - $23 USD
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.
For CA applicants please visit our Privacy Policy
Purpose-Driven Partnership.
Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and 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.
About the job: Responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, wrapping, and rotating all surgical and procedural instruments to ensure proper infection control and readiness for use. Operates and maintains sterilization equipment, including autoclave, cold sterilization systems, and gas sterilization units. Follows strict protocols for handling and storing instruments to maintain sterility and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Clean, disinfect, and sterilize all surgical and procedural instruments according to clinic protocols and industry standards.
- Operate and maintain sterilization equipment, including autoclave, cold sterilization systems, and gas sterilization units.
- Proper handling of orthopedic surgical equipment, endoscopy scopes and other delicate equipment
- Inspect instruments for damage or wear and report any issues promptly.
- Wrap and package instruments for sterilization and proper storage.
- Maintain accurate rotation of instruments to ensure readiness for procedures.
- Handle instruments with care to prevent contamination and maintain sterility.
- Monitor and document sterilization cycles and equipment performance.
- Adhere to all safety and infection control guidelines.
- Previous experience in instrument processing, sterilization, or a similar role preferred
- Veterinary medicine experience preferred
- Knowledge of sterilization techniques, including autoclave, cold, and gas sterilization methods.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
Salary: $19.00 - $23.00 / hour based on experience
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary based on experience
- Mental health support with Talkspace
- Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
- Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
- 401k retirement plan options with company match
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
- Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
- 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
- Hospital discounts as well as Trupanion Pet Insurance
- Paid time off and time to enjoy it!
Every aspect of our organization links to one key tenet, which is to provide compassionate and optimal patient care. We have a long standing and national reputation of gold standard medicine, supported by both the education and training of our team members, along with top-of-the-line equipment needed to keep stride with the advancements in veterinary medicine. With this as the epicenter of our mission, our culture consists of respect, compassion, understanding, and teamwork.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital provides an internal community that supports work-life balance, employee learning and engagement and personal and career development; we also are committed to external community involvement, which encompasses fellow veterinary establishments and shelters, city eco sustainability actions, support of local businesses and law enforcement pet care. We are not just a corporation, we are an entity, a living, breathing, growing organism that can only thrive when comprised of great team members.
Location: 10140 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Base Pay: $19 USD - $23 USD
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.
For CA applicants please visit our Privacy Policy
Salary : $19 - $23