Entry-Level Sterile Processing Technician

Tufts Medicine; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is hiring a Central Services Technician in Lowell, MA, focused on sterilization services in support of healthcare activities. This entry-level role involves decontaminating, assembling, and maintaining medical instruments while adhering to quality standards. Successful candidates will have the ability to follow procedures carefully and should obtain Central Services Technician certification within their first year. Join a leading health system dedicated to delivering exceptional care across Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• Central Services Technician National Certification (CRCST) OR CBSPD certification within 12 months of hire expected.
• Ability to listen and follow instructions carefully.
• Knowledge of hospital and medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain sterile equipment and medical instruments.
• Decontaminate and sort surgical/clinical items and instrumentation.
• Ensure accurate inventory assignment for surgical procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow guidelines

Customer service skills

Computer skills

Education

Vocational or technical education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Instrument Tracking systems

Job description

Tufts Medicine is hiring a Central Services Technician in Lowell, MA, focused on sterilization services in support of healthcare activities. This entry-level role involves decontaminating, assembling, and maintaining medical instruments while adhering to quality standards. Successful candidates will have the ability to follow procedures carefully and should obtain Central Services Technician certification within their first year. Join a leading health system dedicated to delivering exceptional care across Massachusetts.