Entry-Level Sterile Processing Tech – CRCST Path

Boston Children’s Hospital; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to assemble instrument trays, decontaminate equipment, and support sterilization workflows in the Sterile Processing Department. You will operate washers and sterilizers, inspect trays, and maintain logs to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and department standards.

A high school diploma is required, and CRCST or CSPDT certification must be obtained within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transport instruments and materials between surgical suites and SPD.
• Restock core areas with sterilized instruments per guidelines.
• Receive, sort, and decontaminate soiled instruments using logs and cleaning equipment.
• Operate decontamination machinery such as washers and endoscope reprocessors.
• Inspect, assemble, and sterilize instrument trays and supply packets.
• Operate sterilizers, set programs, and monitor data during cycles.
• Answer calls, forward messages, and provide routine information.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to assemble instrument trays, decontaminate equipment, and support sterilization workflows in the Sterile Processing Department. You will operate washers and sterilizers, inspect trays, and maintain logs to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and department standards.

A high school diploma is required, and CRCST or CSPDT certification must be obtained within one year of hire.