Central Processing Technician III (40 hours, Evenings)

BMC Software

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

Get more replies from employers

Send a job-specific resume in minutes.

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

BMC Software in Boston is seeking a Central Processing Technician III to join the CP Tech team and support Surgical Services. You will train CP Tech I/II, coordinate instrument delivery, maintain OR suites, and ensure logs and labels are accurate to support department goals.

The role requires CRCST or CSPDT certification, 5 years of sterile processing experience, and strong English communication. This is an evening shift with weekend rotation, and offers comprehensive benefits and career growth

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Certification as CRCST or CSPDT is required and CEUs must be maintained.
Minimum 5 years in sterile processing with instrument handling.

Responsibilities

Serve as CP Tech III, mentoring CP Tech I/II on procedures.
Coordinate delivery and return of surgical instruments to OR suites.
Maintain detailed logs, accurate labels, and department records.

Skills

Equipment operation

English communication

Time management

Team coordination

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS-DOS

Microsoft Office

Inventory software

Job description

Position: Central Processing Technician III

Schedule: 40 Hours, Evenings, Every 3rd Weekend as needed

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Central Processing Technician III (CP Tech III) must be able to perform all the duties of a CP Tech I and CP Tech II, and must meet or exceed BMC/Department and Industry standards in carrying them out. The CP Tech III is responsible for collaborating with Supervisors, the Clinical Educator, and the Training Coordinator to provide instruction and preceptor-ship to CP Tech IIs and CP Tech Is as directed. The CP Tech III also ensures the availability and delivery of Surgical Modules, instruments, and other surgical supplies to and from the Surgical Suites, Labor and Delivery, Ambulatory Surgery, and other customer departments. The CP Tech III uses superb English language and interpersonal skills to maintain open oral, written, telephone, and electronic communication with all Health Care Team members. The CP Tech III identifies, locates, and prints out MD preference cards from the CP Department’s computer system and facilitates improvement in quality and service. The CP Tech III also coordinates the efforts of the CP Tech Team to maintain the OR Suites’ instrument supply carts at PAR levels. All CP Tech IIIs must maintain detailed records (including accurate written logs and computer-generated labels). The CP Tech III completes assigned work on time, enabling the Department to achieve its mission.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

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

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

Requires certification as a Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) by the International Association for Central Sterile Healthcare Materiel Management (IAHCSMM), or, as a Central Sterile Professional Department Technician (CSPDT) by the American Society of Healthcare Central Sterile Professionals (ASHCSP). Certification needs to be maintained by obtaining the required CEU’s each year through the certifying agency.

EXPERIENCE:

Requires minimum of 5 years prior experience successfully collecting, cleaning, decontaminating, packing, and storing sterile instruments in accordance with Industry standards.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Requires demonstrable ability to operate all department equipment, including sonic, Sterrad, Steris, Ethylene Oxide (ETO), and steam sterilizers, MS DOS-based Microsoft Office computer system, and touch-screen inventory and kit assembly applications.
Requires ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively in English with CP Department Director, Clinical Educator, Managers, Administrative Coordinator, and other staff, as well as with MDs, Charge Nurses, Supply Chain staff, including outside vendors, and members of other BMC clinical and support departments as necessary, in order to accomplish CP Department tasks.
Requires ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.
Requires ability to communicate with, coordinate, and facilitate among a diverse team of CP Tech Is, IIs, and IIIs to accomplish tasks.
Ability to accurately interpret and use medical terminology and abbreviations.

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. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to: