Veterinary Central Sterile Technician

Join the team at Mass Vet Referral Hospital as a Central Sterile Technician! Are you looking for an entry‑level role in a dynamic and compassionate environment?
Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital is seeking a full‑time Central Sterile Technician to support our exceptional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in veterinary care!

The Central Sterile/Pack Room is the heart of our hospital’s surgical and patient care support. As a Central Sterile Tech, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining sterile conditions, ensuring the highest level of care for our veterinary specialty surgery patients. You’ll collaborate with multiple teams across the hospital, contributing to a smooth, efficient, and safe environment for our surgical and medical care areas.

• Collaborate with department supervisors to ensure an adequate supply of sterilized surgical instruments and equipment
• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, wrap, and sterilize surgical supplies for distribution
• Set up and disinfect surgical suites
• Operate steam and ETO sterilizers
• Maintain and inspect equipment and instruments
• Manage inventory and monitor expiration dates on sterile supplies
• Conduct routine autoclave testing and report results
• Disinfect linens for operating rooms
• Perform scheduled cleaning tasks to maintain strict surgical cleanliness standards
• Support hospital teams by providing clean, sterile equipment as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• Four 9‑hour shifts Wednesday/Thursday/Friday, alternating Tuesday/Saturday
• Rotating weekend shift

• $21‑$28 pending skills assessment leveling

• Experience with surgical instrumentation and sterilization is preferred, but not required.
• CRCST/CBSPD certification or experience in a veterinary specialty surgical setting is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate!
• You possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills aimed at establishing long‑lasting, positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community.
• You are able to work well independently and in a team environment, leading by example and holding oneself accountable for quality medicine and customer service.
• You exhibit flexibility, dependability, responsibility, and possess excellent attention to detail and time‑management skills.
• You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people who share that same value.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

• We Believe in Your Success:
  Embrace continuous growth with our specialized Training programs led by seasoned credentialed technicians and a skilled DVMs.
• Excellence in every aspect of our service:
  We pride ourselves on delivering a high‑quality level of medicine that surpasses expectations. Our commitment to incredible patient care ensures that every animal receives the attention and treatment they deserve.
• Friendly/Inclusive Culture:
  Step into an environment where mutual respect and kindness thrive. We’re committed to ensuring that every team member feels not just welcomed, but valued!

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• RECOVER Training
• Holidays = DOUBLE TIME
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Short & Long‑Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Employee Pet Discount
• Access to Vet Bloom for RACE‑approved continuing education and training
• Partnership with Purdue Veterinary Technology program, including scholarships
• License application and renewal reimbursement for CVTs.
• Financial support and onsite mentorship for those pursuing VTS certification
• One‑time VTNE Reimbursement

We are a Level 1 24‑hour emergency/critical care and specialty veterinary hospital! This is the highest rank a veterinary emergency and critical care facility can achieve. This certification represents a third‑party verification by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECCS) that Mass Vet meets the standards for its highest rating.

Spanning across a sprawling 42,000 square feet, our state‑of‑the‑art hospital is equipped with…