Sterile Supply Assistant

2 months ago


Byron Center, United States Ethos Veterinary Health Full time
Sterile Supply Assistant Job Description

Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Byron Center: 6820 Edgeview Ave SW, Byron Center, MI 49315

Reports To: Specialty Departments (Ophthalmology, Surgery, Internal Medicine), ER Shift Lead, Hospital Leadership (HD/MD)

Role Type: Full Time, Part Time
This position will start with 3 days a week and will later increase to 4 days per week.

Summary of Job Purpose and Function

The Sterile Supply Assistant supports the Veterinary Team in ensuring quality veterinary care for all patients by maintaining and sterilizing surgical and procedural equipment, maintaining surgical and procedural inventory, preserving the cleanliness and efficiency of the sterile hospital environment, and ensuring a safe and efficient hospital environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

•Surgical Packs and Sterilization

•Clean surgical instruments

•Clean endoscopic instruments

•Properly wrap surgical and endoscopic instruments and materials

•Sterilize surgical and endoscopic instruments (steam and ethylene oxide sterilization)

•Surgical equipment care and maintenance

•Maintain organization of surgical inventory

Surgery

•Prepare the OR for surgery; select appropriate packs, instruments, and materials for the procedure being performed

•Assist with providing surgical equipment during surgery

•Assist with cleaning of the ORs following procedures

Communication

•Communicate clearly regarding daily surgery plans, scheduling and cleaning needs throughout the course of the workday

•Maintain open and clear communications with members of the patient care team regarding equipment needs, and status of the operating room to ensure daily needs are met

QUALIFICATIONS:

•Must have a valid high school diploma or GED.

•Must have experience working in a sterilization area, human or veterinary.

•Knowledge of general surgical procedures and protocols.

•Scientific background with an understanding of microbiology is preferred.

•Excellent communication skills. Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

•Must be flexible and able to adapt to new situations.

•Ability to act as a team player, adhering to all core values of the hospital.

Teamwork: defined as "Cooperative effort by the members of a group to achieve a common goal and/or outcome."

•Participates in a positive manner in all group sizes.

•Refrains from participating in gossip.

•Supports team members by assisting other areas, is receptive to feedback and suggestions.

•Engages in active problem-solving vs. problem-identifying.

•Makes suggestions related to client/patient service improvements and hospital efficiency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Employees are required to: sit, stand, walk, talk, see, and hear. Employee is occasionally bending/stooping, climbing, reaching above shoulder, kneeling, balance and lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds.

This position may occasionally use repetitive motion.

*Ethos Veterinary Health and AEH management reserves the right to change the job requirements as necessary to meet the operational needs of the hospital, clients and patients.**
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 Veterinary Health 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 Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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