Sterile Processing Tech III - Evenings

Boston Children's Hospital; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support Level I & II operations, ensuring instruments are cleaned, decontaminated, sterilized, and properly documented. You will work within the SPD department to maintain high standards of safety and quality in instrument processing.

The role may include leading department workflow in the absence of the SPD Manager, training staff, and collaborating with OR teams to resolve issues efficiently.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in Sterile Processing required.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required.
• CER certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
• CIS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, cleans, and decontaminates reusable instruments and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines; logs received items manually.
• Operates cleaning and decontamination machinery including washers, reprocessors, cart washers, and pasteurizers.
• Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instruments and materials; prepares trays per standardized lists and operates sterilizers monitoring critical settings.
• May lead department operations in the absence of the SPD Manager by organizing workflow, prioritizing tasks, and addressing customer needs.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge on medical instrument processing through education, professional organizations, and participates in hospital committees.
• Assists with staff training, competency testing, and may serve as charge person to manage department workflow and safety.
• Communicates and collaborates with department staff, OR personnel, and managers to ensure smooth operations and complete accurate documentation.
• Troubleshoots daily operational problems and uses resources to support decision-making and problem resolution.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

We are currently offering a $8,500 sign on bonus for full-time hires.

Schedule: 2pm-10:30pm

Position Summary

Is knowledgeable of the roles and job responsibilities of Sterile Processing Technicians Levels I & II and may perform any of these tasks as needed to assist with operations within the department. Sets the example in the department and is knowledgeable about all tasks associated with sterile processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, cleans, and decontaminates reusable instruments and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines; logs received items manually.
• Operates cleaning and decontamination machinery including washers, reprocessors, cart washers, and pasteurizers.
• Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instruments and materials; prepares trays per standardized lists and operates sterilizers monitoring critical settings.
• May lead department operations in the absence of the SPD Manager by organizing workflow, prioritizing tasks, and addressing customer needs.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge on medical instrument processing through education, professional organizations, and participates in hospital committees.
• Assists with staff training, competency testing, and may serve as charge person to manage department workflow and safety.
• Communicates and collaborates with department staff, OR personnel, and managers to ensure smooth operations and complete accurate documentation.
• Troubleshoots daily operational problems and uses resources to support decision-making and problem resolution.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma/GED required

Experience

• Minimum of three years of experience in Sterile Processing required

Licensure / Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required
• Candidates are required to have the Certified Endoscopy Reprocessor (CER) certification at the time of hire, or they must obtain it within one year of being hired.
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) preferred

Benefits

The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good‑faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job‑related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.