Overnight Lead Sterile Processing Tech (CRCST/CSPDT)

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join the SPD team overnight. You will handle decontamination, sterilization, and tray preparation while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role requires a minimum of three years in Sterile Processing and CRCST or CSPDT certification, with CER attainable within one year. Competitive benefits and a comprehensive pay package accompany a structured schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in Sterile Processing.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required; CER certification within one year of hire.
• CIS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, cleans, and decontaminates reusable instruments and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines; logs received items manually.
• Operates cleaning and decontamination machinery including washers, reprocessors, cart washers, and pasteurizers.
• Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instruments and materials; prepares trays per standardized lists and operates sterilizers monitoring critical settings.
• May lead department operations in the absence of the SPD Manager by organizing workflow, prioritizing tasks, and addressing customer needs.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge on medical instrument processing through education, professional organizations, and participates in hospital committees.
• Assists with staff training, competency testing, and may serve as charge person to manage department workflow and safety.
• Communicates and collaborates with department staff, OR personnel, and managers to ensure smooth operations and complete accurate documentation.
• Troubleshoots daily operational problems and uses resources to support decision-making and problem resolution.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CRCST

CSPDT

CER

CIS (preferred)

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to join the SPD team overnight. You will handle decontamination, sterilization, and tray preparation while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role requires a minimum of three years in Sterile Processing and CRCST or CSPDT certification, with CER attainable within one year. Competitive benefits and a comprehensive pay package accompany a structured schedule.