Central Sterile Tech

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known healthcare organization in Boston is seeking a Sterilization Technician to manage the decontamination and preparation of surgical instruments. The role requires a high school diploma and strong customer service skills. You will be responsible for ensuring quality assurance documentation and maintaining the sterilization processes. Competitive hourly pay and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Central Processing experience desirable 0-1 year preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical instrument cleaning and decontamination processes.
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminates, inspects, assembles, sterilizes and distributes surgical instruments.
• Maintains documentation of sterilization processes according to QA policies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of inventory control and proper methods of sterilization.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication in English

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.

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.

Day Shift 7:00am-3:30pm

Job Summary

Grade 110

Summary: Performs activities related to the decontamination, preparation and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and case cart assembly. Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Able to prioritize all sterilization issues relevant to the O.R. schedule.
• Responsible for all QA documentation when assigned to sterilization responsibilities.
• Decontaminates, inspects, assembles, sterilizes and distributes to appropriate areas, all surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper methods of surgical instrument cleaning and decontamination.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper preparation and packaging for sterilization, using count sheets, peel pouches, tip protectors, indicator strips, and non-woven wrap.
• Demonstrates ability to assemble instrument sets, using count sheets appropriately, with no more than 3 errors noted within a 3-month period.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper methods of sterilization relevant to each type of instrumentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate disbursement of all sterilized instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Notifies Supervisor, or designee, of broken/missing instruments or equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of case cart system priorities and policies.
• Understands daily priorities of the case cart system.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper case cart loading, and presentation methodology.
• Demonstrates knowledge of stock par levels, and how they are maintained.
• Demonstrates proper linen inspection and folding techniques, and appropriate method of wrapping.
• Demonstrates knowledge of inventory control methods when ordering supplies for O.R. stock exchange carts. Familiar with exchange routines of carts.
• Prepares all documentation of sterilization processes according to AAMI recommendations and department QA policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all processes and documents all air removal and biological testing done on all in-house sterilizers.
• Assembles all supplies needed for specific assigned areas, and completes the necessary stock requisitions or documentation.
• Performs all duties in accordance with applicable health and safety rules, regulations and Standards.
• Attends all educational in-services and staff meetings held in the department, and all mandatory educational programs provided by the hospital. Attendance to the hospital Safety Fair is MANDATORY.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience: Central Processing experience desirable 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
• Able to explain the decontamination, inspection and sterilization process clearly.
• Must exhibit excellent customer service skills.
• Able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 1133 Centre Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $18.26 - $27.13/Hourly

Grade: SF1110

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement: Brigham and Women\'s Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.