Sterile Processing Tech: Precision Instrument Care

Brown Medicine; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health's Miriam Hospital in Providence seeks a Central Sterile Technician to reprocess surgical instruments and medical equipment, following decontamination, cleaning, high level disinfection (HLD) and sterilization procedures across departments.

Under supervision, you will prep case carts, perform cleaning and quality tests, manage inventory, and document sterilization cycles while maintaining safety standards and OSHA/AAMI guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CRCST through HSPA (or equivalent) within 12 months.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments and medical terminology.
• Six months sterile processing or related experience, including case carts.
• Interpersonal, organizational, and numerical abilities; follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case carts for each procedure and print pick lists.
• Verify schedules, load carts to the OR, and restock supplies.
• Transport carts and instruments to OR and Sterile Processing Dept.
• Decontaminate, clean, and perform high-level disinfection on instruments.
• Document sterilization loads, conduct quality tests, and log results.
• Maintain inventory and equipment records; ensure proper storage.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CRCST certification (HSPA or CBSPD)

Tools

Centricity Preoperative Manager Report Tree

Job description

Brown University Health's Miriam Hospital in Providence seeks a Central Sterile Technician to reprocess surgical instruments and medical equipment, following decontamination, cleaning, high level disinfection (HLD) and sterilization procedures across departments.

Under supervision, you will prep case carts, perform cleaning and quality tests, manage inventory, and document sterilization cycles while maintaining safety standards and OSHA/AAMI guidelines.