Sterile Processing Tech I

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

15d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Night Shift, Monday-Friday 11pm-7:30am The Central Sterile Processing Services (CSPS) department is at the heart of patient care at Mass General Hospital. We play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and effective care by cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and distributing medical equipment and supplies used in surgeries, procedures, and patient care areas throughout the hospital. Our dedicated team's hard work is integral to the hospital's success, ensuring the best possible care for our patients. We offer comprehensive benefits packages for our eligible employees from day one, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Tuition Reimbursement Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount) Employee perks: Enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events. Resources for child care and emergency backup care Hospital-paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan Summary Responsible for performing advanced tasks in the sterile processing department of a healthcare facility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Experience as a Central Sterile Technician or similar role in a healthcare setting.
• 1-2 years preferred
• Thorough knowledge of sterile processing principles, practices, and infection control standards.
• Familiarity with medical instruments, equipment, and surgical procedures.
• Proficiency in instrument assembly, packaging, and sterilization techniques.
• Understanding of sterilization equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician [CRCST] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive used medical instruments and equipment from the operating rooms or other departments.
• Load prepared instruments and equipment into sterilizers, following the prescribed loading patterns and protocols.
• Conduct regular quality checks of instruments, equipment, and packaging materials to ensure compliance with sterilization standards.
• Assist with managing inventory levels, including receiving, inspecting, and restocking sterile supplies.
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot sterilization equipment and instrumentation.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced sterile processing technicians.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Employee perks: Enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
• Resources for child care and emergency backup care
• Hospital-paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED