Central Processing Technician II (40 hours, Evening/Night)

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Central Processing Technician II to join their team. This role involves the critical tasks of decontaminating, packaging, and sterilizing medical supplies, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of microbiology and cleaning procedures, along with effective communication skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals. Flexibility for on-call rotation is required, making this a dynamic position in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Certified technician responsible for decontamination, packaging, and sterilization.
• Must have knowledge of microbiology and cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, package, and sterilize medical/surgical supplies.
• Assist with training junior techs and manage inventory.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Interpreting medical terminology

Data entry proficiency

Strong organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Case cart/inventory management systems

Job description

Central Processing Technician II (40 hours, Evening/Night)

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Position: Central Processing Technician II

Schedule: 40 hours, Evening/Night, Every 3rd Weekend as needed

Position Summary: The CPD Technician II is a certified technician responsible for decontamination, packaging, sterilization, and distribution of medical/surgical supplies. The role is highly technical and detail-oriented. The CPD Technician II must have a thorough knowledge of microbiology, cleaning procedures, disinfection, sterilization, and the care, handling, disassembly, and re-assembly of equipment and surgical instrumentation. A CPD Tech II must also be familiar with case cart/inventory management systems, ordering supplies and equipment, stocking, and maintaining par levels for the operating rooms and labor and delivery. Additional duties include delivery, retrieval, decontamination, re-assembly of patient equipment, and assisting with training junior techs. Flexibility for on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required.

Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or recognized equivalent.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Certification as a Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) by IAHCSMM or as a Central Sterile Professional Department Technician (CSPDT) by ASHCSP.

Experience: At least one year of experience in collecting, cleaning, decontaminating, packing, and storing sterile instruments.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Effective communication in English with department managers, staff, nurses, and physicians.
• Ability to interpret medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Proficiency in accessing and entering data into computerized systems.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize and complete work efficiently.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans