Sterile Processing Technician I

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 66,878,000 - 95,619,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to perform decontamination, inspection, and sterilization of reusable medical devices and surgical instruments at our Boston facility. You will operate washers and sterilizers, ensure traceability, and maintain stock to support clinical teams.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strict adherence to IFU guidelines, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of sterile processing workflows, instrumentation handling, and infection prevention practices.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation.
• 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.

Skills

Sterile processing workflows

Procedures compliance

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Some high school completed

CRCST preferred

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Job Summary

Summary: Responsible for performing routine sterile processing activities related to the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation. Works under established procedures and departmental standards to support safe patient care and operational effectiveness.

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: Some High School Completed preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Certified Registered Central Service Technician [CRCST] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred

Experience: Experience as a Central Sterile Technician or similar role in a healthcare setting 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of sterile processing workflows, instrumentation handling, and infection prevention practices.


• 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.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)


• Walking Frequently (34-66%)


• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)


• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)


• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs


• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)


• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)


• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)


• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)


• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)


• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)


• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)


• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)


• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)


• Talking Constantly (67-100%)


• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Pay Range

$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

Grade

5

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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