Sterile Processing Tech I: Instrument Sterilization

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to assemble instrument trays, sterilize and distribute equipment for surgical procedures. The role requires careful handling of instruments and strict adherence to department procedures.

Schedule is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with one weekend per month and rotating holidays. Certification as CRCST or CSPDT is required within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transports surgical instruments and materials between the surgical suites and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) following departmental procedures.
• Restocks surgical core areas with sterilized instruments per department guidelines.
• Receives, sorts, and decontaminates soiled instruments and equipment using manual logs and cleaning equipment.
• Operates decontamination machinery such as automatic washers, cart washers, and endoscope reprocessors.
• Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes instrument trays and medical supply packets according to standard lists and manufacturer guidelines.
• Operates sterilizers, sets appropriate programs, and monitors data during sterilization cycles.
• Answers departmental phone calls, forwards messages, and provides routine information, escalating complex queries when necessary.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to assemble instrument trays, sterilize and distribute equipment for surgical procedures. The role requires careful handling of instruments and strict adherence to department procedures.

Schedule is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with one weekend per month and rotating holidays. Certification as CRCST or CSPDT is required within one year of hire.