Sterile Processing Technician II

Mass General Brigham•Waltham, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support patient care indirectly by cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, inspecting, and managing surgical instruments and medical equipment. The role does not involve direct patient contact. The technician independently performs sterile processing activities, including reprocessing specialty instrumentation and equipment, applying advanced knowledge of sterile processing practices, manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU), and departmental standards to support quality, productivity, and customer service objectives. The position is onsite at 52 Second Avenue, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. It is a regular position scheduled for 40 hours per week. The listed pay range is $23.34–$33.37 per hour. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a 50% MBTA pass discount, childcare resources and emergency backup care, retirement plans, and an employee discounts program.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CRCST certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), or C.S.P.D.T certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc.
1–2 years of experience as a Central Sterile Technician or in a similar role in a healthcare setting.
Working knowledge of sterile processing principles, instrumentation, sterilization methods, and infection prevention standards.
Proficiency in instrument assembly, packaging, sterilization, and equipment handling.
Ability to follow detailed procedures, quality standards, and safety protocols.
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Understanding of workflow prioritization and departmental operations in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instruments according to established procedures and manufacturer Instructions for Use.
Operate washers, sterilizers, and related sterile processing equipment in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory requirements.
Inspect instruments and equipment for cleanliness, functionality, and completeness, and identify items requiring repair or replacement.
Assemble instrument trays, procedure sets, and equipment according to standardized tray listings and quality standards.
Use instrument tracking systems to document processing activities and maintain traceability of reusable medical devices.
Maintain inventory of sterile supplies, processing consumables, and departmental stock.
Transport instruments, equipment, and supplies to procedural and patient care areas.
Recognize and communicate equipment malfunctions, processing concerns, quality issues, and safety risks to appropriate personnel.
Comply with applicable regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and departmental standards.
Participate in training, competency validation, and continuous improvement activities.