SPD Technician I or II, 40 Hours, Nights

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

13d•$22 - $37

About The Position

UMass Memorial Health is hiring an SPD Technician I or II to process instruments, devices, and medical equipment under the direction of the Sterile Processing Leadership Team. The role includes decontamination, inspection and assembly, high-level disinfection (HLD) and sterilization, sterile storage, and distribution. Technicians follow infection-control and safety practices, manufacturer instructions for use, established procedures, and applicable industry standards while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace. SPD Technician II responsibilities include contributing to continuous quality improvement through quality audits and taking charge when the most senior technician on duty, rotating this responsibility with other SPD Technician IIs. The position also includes general departmental duties such as following policies and safety requirements, attending meetings or training as directed, maintaining reliable attendance, and supporting a respectful and professional environment. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the night shift, 10:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., with a Sunday-through-Saturday schedule that includes Saturdays and Sundays. The hiring range is $22.25–$37.27 for a full-time schedule; final compensation may vary based on scheduled hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. A signing bonus may be available, with eligibility confirmed during the interview process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
SPD Technician I: completion of, or enrollment in, an accredited Central Sterile Processing Technician program.
SPD Technician I: obtain certification within one year of employment; failure to obtain certification within that period results in termination from the position.
SPD Technician II: Central Sterile Processing Technician certification held for at least one year.
Knowledge of sterilization standards, procedures, and associated terminology.
Proficiency with basic computer functions.
Unless certification, licensure, or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted if it provides proficiency in the listed areas of responsibility.
Meet department-specific competencies and measurements maintained by the department.

Nice To Haves

Central Sterile Processing Technician certification for SPD Technician I.

Responsibilities

Collect, receive, and record soiled instruments, equipment, and devices for decontamination according to established procedures, industry guidance, and manufacturer instructions for use.
Use equipment, tools, solutions, and personal protective equipment as prescribed and follow universal safety precautions.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
Inspect instruments, equipment, and devices for cleanliness and proper function; perform function testing as applicable.
Assemble, package, and record instruments, equipment, and devices according to established procedures.
Route items for appropriate sterilization or high-level disinfection, and perform the specified process or cycle using the appropriate equipment.
Perform, monitor, and record routine safety and efficacy testing of associated equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and industry standards.
Maintain proper inventory and rotation of instruments, devices, equipment, supplies, and carts, and distribute them according to end-user needs.
For SPD Technician II, perform quality audits and take charge when the most senior technician on duty, rotating this responsibility with other SPD Technician IIs.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and health and safety requirements; attend meetings, conferences, or seminars as required or directed.
Demonstrate quality improvement in daily operations, maintain reliable attendance, and contribute to a respectful, professional environment.
Perform other similar and related duties as required or directed.