Central Processing Technician II (40 hours, Nights)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pharmacy benefits

Flex spending

403(b) matches

PTO

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Central Processing Technician II to perform decontamination, packaging, sterilization and distribution of sterile items. Requires CRCST or CSPDT certification, high school diploma, and at least one year in sterile processing. On-call rotations, nights and weekends may apply, with comprehensive benefits.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, knowledge of case cart systems, and collaboration with OR teams to ensure patient safety and readiness of supplies.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to speak, read, write, and communicate in English effectively with CP Department managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Ability to interpret and use medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to complete tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, package, sterilize and distribute medical/surgical supplies.
• Maintain preparedness of operating room par levels and inventory.
• Assist with training junior technicians and on-call rotation coverage.

Skills

English proficiency

Medical terminology

Data entry

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Case cart systems

Job description

Position

Central Processing Technician II

Schedule

40 hours, Nights, 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 orientated. 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 thoroughly familiar with case cart/inventory management systems, ordering of supplies and equipment, stocking and maintaining par levels of certain supplies for the operating rooms and labor and delivery. Additional duties include delivery, retrieval, decontamination, and re-assembly of all patient equipment for the Nursing services and assisting with training junior techs. CPD techs must be flexible for on-call rotation (when applicable), which includes rotating to cover nights, weekends and holiday shifts.

Education

Requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or government recognised equivalent.

Certificates, Licences, Registrations Required

Requires a Certification as a Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), or, as a Central Sterile Professional Department Technician (CSPDT) by the American Society of Healthcare Central Sterile Professionals (ASHCSP).

Experience

Requires at least one year prior experience collecting, cleaning, decontaminating, packing, and storing sterile instruments.

Knowledge and Skills

Requires ability to speak, read, write, and communicate in English effectively with CP Department managers, supervisors, and staff, Charge Nurses, MDs, and staff other clinical and support departments. Ability to accurately interpret and use medical terminology and abbreviations. Ability to access and enter computerized data and information. Organizational skills to effectively set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.

Compensation Range

$26.33- $34.75 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Contract increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• Earned time cash out
• Paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities
• Resources to support employee and family wellbeing

Workplace Safety and Screening

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

Vaccination Requirement

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Accommodations

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.