Sterile Processing Tech: Elevate Instrument Care & Safety

Baystate Health

Springfield (MA)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 66,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join the Sterile Processing Department at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. You will decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize instruments, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory standards.

You will operate decontamination equipment and sterilizers, document processing data, and support case cart preparation for upcoming surgeries.

Qualifications

Preferred: previous experience in sterile processing or perioperative environment.
Ability to read and comprehend English.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain performance in a fast-paced setting.
Ability to perform in the Sterile Processing areas: Decontamination, prep and packaging, sterilization.
Complete orientation of 8–12 weeks.

Responsibilities

Decontaminate, clean, inspect, test, assemble, package, wrap, and sterilize instruments per protocol.
Operate and maintain decontamination equipment and sterilizers; report malfunctions.
Record sterilization parameters and processing records for compliance.
Prepare case carts and pull supplies using preference cards and FIFO.
Use instrument tracking system to route kits and maintain package integrity.
Coordinate turnover for add-on cases and communicate needs with OR staff.
Maintain a clean, organized workspace and verify package integrity and expiry.
Apply infection control principles and hospital policies daily.
Collaborate with surgical staff to identify process improvements.