Night Shift Sterile Processing Tech: Precision and Safety

Massachusetts Eye and Ear; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to perform decontamination, assembly, sterilization and distribution of sterile instruments for patient procedures. You will operate washers and sterilizers, ensure cleanliness and traceability of devices, and maintain accurate inventory in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or Equivalent and CRCST or CSPDT certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required.
• Experience as a Central Sterile Technician or similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation.
• Operates sterile processing equipment, including washers, sterilizers, and related technologies.
• Inspects instruments and equipment for cleanliness, functionality, and completeness; identifies items requiring repair or replacement.
• Assembles instrument trays, procedure sets, and equipment according to standardized tray listings and quality standards.
• Utilizes instrument tracking systems to document processing activities and maintain traceability of reusable medical devices
• Maintains inventory of sterile supplies, processing consumables, and departmental stock to support operational needs.
• Transports instruments, equipment, and supplies to support procedural and patient care areas.
• Recognizes and communicates equipment malfunctions, processing concerns, quality issues, and safety risks to appropriate personnel.
• Complies with applicable regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and departmental standards.
• Participates in training, competency validation, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Sterile processing principles

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Follow procedures

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CRCST or CSPDT certification

Tools

Instrument tracking systems

Washer/ Sterilizers

IFU adherence

Job description

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to perform decontamination, assembly, sterilization and distribution of sterile instruments for patient procedures. You will operate washers and sterilizers, ensure cleanliness and traceability of devices, and maintain accurate inventory in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or Equivalent and CRCST or CSPDT certification.