Sterile Processing Technician

massgeneralbrigham

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 66,814,000 - 95,619,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Central Sterile Technician for the CSPS department at 80 Blossom Street. You will perform decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of reusable medical devices and instrumentation in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, CRCST or CSPDT certification, and 1–2 years of healthcare experience. You will follow IFUs, maintain traceability, and support patient safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
CRCST or CSPDT certification required.
1-2 years experience as Central Sterile Technician in a healthcare setting preferred.
Knowledge of sterile processing principles, instrumentation, sterilization methods, and infection prevention standards.
Ability to follow detailed procedures, quality standards and safety protocols.
Strong attention to detail and effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

Performs decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation.
Operates sterile processing equipment, including washers and sterilizers, per IFU and policies.
Inspects instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and completeness; identifies items needing repair or replacement.
Assembles instrument trays, procedure sets, and equipment per standardized listings and quality standards.
Uses instrument tracking systems to document processing and maintain traceability.
Maintains inventory of sterile supplies and processing consumables.
Transports instruments and supplies to procedural and patient care areas.
Reports equipment malfunctions, processing concerns, quality issues, and safety risks.
Complies with regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and departmental standards.
Participates in training, competency validation, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Sterile processing principles

Instrumentation handling

Infection prevention standards

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Workflow prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CRCST / CSPDT Certification

Tools

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

About Us: The Central Sterile Processing Services (CSPS) department is at the heart of patient care at Mass General Hospital. We play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and effective care by cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and distributing medical equipment and supplies used in surgeries, procedures, and patient care areas throughout the hospital. Our dedicated team's hard work is integral to the hospital's success, ensuring the best possible care for our patients.

Summary: Responsible for independently performing sterile processing activities, including the reprocessing of specialty instrumentation and equipment. Applies advanced knowledge of sterile processing practices, manufacturer instructions for use (IFU), and departmental standards to support quality, productivity, and customer service objectives.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Essential Functions:

Performs decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation in accordance with established procedures and manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU).
Operates sterile processing equipment, including washers, sterilizers, and related technologies, following departmental policies and regulatory requirements.
Inspects instruments and equipment for cleanliness, functionality, and completeness; identifies items requiring repair or replacement.
Assembles instrument trays, procedure sets, and equipment according to standardized tray listings and quality standards.
Utilizes instrument tracking systems to document processing activities and maintain traceability of reusable medical devices
Maintains inventory of sterile supplies, processing consumables, and departmental stock to support operational needs.
Transports instruments, equipment, and supplies to support procedural and patient care areas.
Recognizes and communicates equipment malfunctions, processing concerns, quality issues, and safety risks to appropriate personnel.
Complies with applicable regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and departmental standards.
Participates in training, competency validation, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials: Certified Registered Central Service Technician [CRCST] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or C.S.P.D.T - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. required

Experience: Experience as a Central Sterile Technician or similar role in a healthcare setting 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of sterile processing principles, instrumentation, sterilization methods, and infection prevention standards.
Proficiency in instrument assembly, packaging, sterilization, and equipment handling.
Ability to follow detailed procedures, quality standards, and safety protocols.
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Understanding of workflow prioritization and departmental operations in a healthcare environment.

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