Sterile Processing Tech – 3rd Shift, Sign-On Bonus

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join the Sterile Processing Department at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. The role focuses on decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and case-cart preparation to support safe patient care.

Level II responsibilities include mentoring, audits, and cross-functional collaboration with OR staff. Strong adherence to AAMI/OSHA standards is expected, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and comprehend English language.
• Experience in sterile processing preferred or perioperative setting.
• Certification in sterile processing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, test, assemble, package, and sterilize instruments and supplies.
• Operate decontamination equipment and sterilizers; report malfunctions.
• Perform quality testing and monitor sterilization parameters.
• Document processing records and test results for compliance.
• Prepare case carts and pick instruments using FIFO and preference cards.
• Track and route kits with instrument tracking system; maintain package integrity.
• Coordinate turnover for add-ons and respond to instrument needs with OR staff.
• Maintain clean work areas and check package integrity and expiration.
• Apply infection control principles and hospital policies in daily tasks.
• Communicate with surgical services to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

English literacy

Follow instructions

Customer service

Orientation training

Education

GED or HiSET

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join the Sterile Processing Department at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. The role focuses on decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and case-cart preparation to support safe patient care.

Level II responsibilities include mentoring, audits, and cross-functional collaboration with OR staff. Strong adherence to AAMI/OSHA standards is expected, with opportunities for professional growth.