Sterile Processing Tech II — Instrumentation & Quality

Mass General Brigham; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is hiring at North Shore Medical Center for a Sterile Processing Technician to perform advanced tasks in the sterile processing department. You will receive used instruments from operating rooms, load into sterilizers, and ensure compliance with sterilization standards.

This role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and seeks CRCST certification preferred. Experience in central sterile processing is valued and you will help manage inventory and train junior staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST certification preferred.
• 1–2 years of central sterile experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile processing principles and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Receive used medical instruments and equipment from the operating rooms or other departments.
• Load prepared instruments and equipment into sterilizers, following the prescribed loading patterns and protocols.
• Conduct regular quality checks of instruments, equipment, and packaging materials to ensure compliance with sterilization standards.
• Assist with managing inventory levels, including receiving, inspecting, and restocking sterile supplies.
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot sterilization equipment and instrumentation.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced sterile processing technicians.

Skills

Sterile processing

Infection control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CRCST certification preferred

Job description

Mass General Brigham is hiring at North Shore Medical Center for a Sterile Processing Technician to perform advanced tasks in the sterile processing department. You will receive used instruments from operating rooms, load into sterilizers, and ensure compliance with sterilization standards.

This role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and seeks CRCST certification preferred. Experience in central sterile processing is valued and you will help manage inventory and train junior staff.