Sterile Processing Tech II — Precision Instrumentation

Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to independently perform sterile processing, including decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of instruments at 81 Highland Avenue. You will operate washers and sterilizers, ensure traceability, and support inventory and distribution for patient care areas.

Night shift, onsite in Salem, MA. Qualified candidates have a High School diploma and 1–2 years in sterile processing; CRCST/CSPDT preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification preferred.
• Experience as Central Sterile Technician or similar role in healthcare setting (1–2 years).
• Knowledge of sterile processing principles, instrumentation, and infection prevention standards.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of sterile instruments per IFU and procedures.
• Operate washers, sterilizers, and related equipment per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness and functionality; identify items needing repair or replacement.
• Assemble instrument trays and procedure sets per standardized tray listings and quality standards.
• Maintain traceability using instrument tracking systems; document processing activities.
• Maintain inventory of sterile supplies and processing consumables to support operations.
• Transport instruments and supplies to procedural areas; communicate issues and safety risks.
• Adhere to regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and departmental standards.
• Participate in training, competency validation, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Sterile processing knowledge

Instrument assembly

Safety protocols

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Fast-paced adaptability

Workflow prioritization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CRCST/CSPDT preferred

Tools

Instrument tracking systems

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to independently perform sterile processing, including decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of instruments at 81 Highland Avenue. You will operate washers and sterilizers, ensure traceability, and support inventory and distribution for patient care areas.

Night shift, onsite in Salem, MA. Qualified candidates have a High School diploma and 1–2 years in sterile processing; CRCST/CSPDT preferred.