Animal Care & Pet Services Jobs in North Carolina with F-1 OPT Sponsorship

INTRODUCTION

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center in Wilmington, NC is hiring a full-time Sterile Processing Assistant to join our outstanding team!

Compensation: $16.50 - $19.95/hr, based on experience

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8AM - 4PM

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off benefits available upon hire
• Veterinary Social Worker on Staff at Hospital Location
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance, Pet Services, and Supplies
• 401k Planning, with Employer Matching Structure
• Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform
• Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks and Ethos Scholarship Opportunities for aspiring RVT growth
• Referral Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Sterile Processing Assistant will play an integral part of supporting our hospital by ensuring surgical instruments are properly prepared, sterilized, and organized for a wide range of emergency and specialty procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with sterile processing and knowledge of Medical/Surgical instruments in either human or veterinary medicine preferred.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize tasks, with strong communication skills.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments
• Prepare instrument packs and specialized trays for scheduled and emergency procedures
• Uphold strict aseptic techniques and hospital-wide biosecurity policies
• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.

At ECVMC, our mission is to deliver the highest level of care by providing exceptional services in Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and Rehabilitation—for our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians. Our team is dedicated to excellence in both medicine and patient care, and we’ve worked hard to cultivate an inclusive, collaborative environment where every team member is supported and valued. Here, you’ll encounter cutting-edge equipment, unique cases, and innovative procedures that allow you to advance your skills every day.

This is more than a job—it’s a calling. Join us in our mission to save lives. Apply today!

LOCATION

Wilmington, NC

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.