Sterile Processing Technician Senior

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to support complex reprocessing, staff training, and quality assurance in the Sterile Processing Department. The role includes monitoring sterilization processes and ensuring regulatory compliance, with opportunities to lead project improvements.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or Equivalent, CRCST certification, and 2–3 years of sterile processing experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience: Sterile Processing Experience 2-3 years required.
• Licenses and Credentials: CRCST required; CIS preferred; CER preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently reprocesses complex surgical instrumentation and specialty devices.
• Preceptor and technical resource for staff training.
• Performs sterilization monitoring, equipment testing, and quality assurance activities.
• Identifies and resolves processing discrepancies and equipment issues.
• Participates in departmental projects and implementation of new instrumentation and technologies.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Sterile processing

Troubleshooting

Infection control

Mentorship

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CRCST Certification

CIS or CER 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.

Job Summary

Summary: Responsible for serving as an advanced technical resource within the Sterile Processing Department. Performs complex reprocessing activities and supports staff development, quality assurance, troubleshooting, and departmental improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and operational excellence.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Performs all responsibilities of the Sterile Processing Technician I and II roles.
• Independently reprocesses complex surgical instrumentation, specialty devices, and advanced procedure sets in accordance with manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU) and departmental standards.
• Serves as a preceptor and technical resource for staff, providing training and support related to sterile processing practices and instrumentation.
• Performs sterilization/HLD monitoring, equipment testing, and quality assurance activities in accordance with departmental procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Assists in identifying and resolving processing discrepancies, equipment issues, and quality concerns.
• Participates in departmental projects, process improvement initiatives, and implementation of new instrumentation, equipment, and technologies
• Supports compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and departmental standards.

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; Certified Instrument Specialist [CIS] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred; Certified Endoscope Reprocessor [CER] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred

Experience: Sterile Processing Experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of sterile processing workflows, instrumentation, sterilization methods, and specialty procedural support practices.
• Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex instrument workflow issues.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance practices.
• Ability to serve as a subject matter expert and provide training, mentorship, and technical guidance.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with instrument tracking systems and specialty certifications preferred.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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.