Central Sterile Processing Technician III (Night)

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Boston, MA

3d•$29 - $43

About The Position

Under the general guidance and direction of the CSPD Supervisor and CSPD Manager, the Sterile Processing Technician III uses advanced, certified-level skills to perform assigned sterile processing functions. The role requires independent proficiency in all core responsibilities and real-time oversight of shift trainees. The technician serves as a preceptor, helping Sterile Processing Technicians I and II develop the skills to perform primary functions independently. The position handles surgical instrumentation from receipt and decontamination through inspection, assembly, sterilization, documentation, storage, and case picking. It requires accurate use of departmental tracking systems, adherence to manufacturer instructions and established standards, and active certification through a recognized national certifying body. The technician supports daily operations, departmental coverage, priorities, and projects, and participates in a rotating weekend on-call schedule.

Requirements

CRCST or CSPDT certification through HSPA or CBSPD is required.
Proficient knowledge of surgical and specialty surgical instruments is required.
Basic computer skills and aptitude for electronics to assist with troubleshooting are required.
Ability to collaborate effectively with team members to achieve shared goals and support team performance.
High school graduate or equivalent is required.
Two to four years of work experience is required.
Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

CIS certification issued by HSPA is preferred.

Responsibilities

Decontaminate surgical instruments according to manufacturer instructions or direction from the CSPD Manager or Director, using decontamination equipment such as washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, cart washers, and washer automation.
Inspect instruments after decontamination to ensure they are clean, intact, functional, and accounted for.
Assemble trays using count sheets to ensure accuracy and accessibility for end users while maintaining device sterility.
Use departmental tracking systems for processing functions.
Assemble, package, or containerize instrument sets according to manufacturer guidelines and established standards.
Load sterilizer carts so packaged items remain intact and uncompromised, arranging containers and wrapped goods according to manufacturer guidelines.
Perform daily sterilizer testing and monitor records for accuracy and completeness.
Operate sterilizers according to manufacturer instructions and ensure biological monitoring is completed for every load.
Document load contents, enter load data into the tracking system, verify cycle parameters, monitor sterilizer activity, and record pertinent information.
Unload sterilizers while protecting items, store them in designated locations according to instrument labels, and scan updates into the tracking system.
Pick scheduled cases according to preference cards and review of the surgical schedule.
Support daily operations and departmental coverage, maintaining proficiency across job functions.
Report to the shift supervisor and assist with departmental priorities and project work.
Coordinate coverage when the supervisor requests time off to maintain continuity of leadership coverage.
Participate in a rotating weekend on-call schedule, follow NEBH on-call policies, and respond promptly and reliably when paged for add-on procedures.
Precept Sterile Processing Technicians I and II and oversee shift trainees in real time.
Maintain active certification through a recognized national certifying body in accordance with its requirements.
Promote the organization's WE CARE values of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity.