Tech III, Sterile Processing

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $8,500

Night shift

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support operations in the SPD, with a focus on decontamination, sterilization, and instrument preparation.

Shift is 11:00pm–7:30am; a sign-on bonus of $8,500 is offered for eligible external candidates. The role requires at least three years of experience and relevant CRCST/CSPDT/CER certifications, with CER due within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in Sterile Processing.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required.
• CER certification within 12 months 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.

Skills

Sterile processing

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CRCST Certification

CSPDT Certification

CER Certification (within 1 year)

CIS Certification (preferred)

Job description

This role is eligible for a $8,500 sign on bonus (not eligible for internal candidates and not eligible for former BCH employees who worked here in the past 12 months).

Schedule: 11:00pm-7:30am

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