Sterile Processing Technician- Certified
Newton, MA - USA
Job Summary
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
Sterile Processing TechnicianSummary
The Sterile Processing Technician plays a key role in ensuring safe high quality surgical care by performing instrument decontamination assembly and sterilization in accordance with infection control standards industry guidelines and regulatory requirements. This role does not provide direct patient care.
Essential Functions
Instrument processing Processes specialty and general instruments and resets instrument sets accurately.
Decontamination Cleans and decontaminates instruments and equipment following established procedures.
Tray assembly Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment based on established tray listings.
Inventory support Maintains stock levels within the Central Sterile Department.
Quality communication Identifies and reports instrument repair needs to the supervisor.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
- Experience in lieu of degree: Not accepted
- Credentials: CRCST certification (HSPA) preferred
- Knowledge & Skills:
- Case cart assembly
- Regulatory standards for materials management
- Ability to test inspect and evaluate equipment and processes
Physical Requirements
Standing walking lifting (35 lbs with assistance) carrying stooping kneeling crouching reaching handling fingering and consistent visual and auditory acuity.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Compensation & Benefits
Mass General Brigham offers competitive pay based on skills experience education and certifications. Total compensation may include differentials premiums bonuses and recognition programs. Benefits include:
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous paid time off
- 50% off MBTA passes
- Childcare resources and backup care
- 403(b) Cash Balance Retirement Plan and TSA options
- Access to exclusive employee Perks discounts
Remote Type
Work Location
Pay Range
$22.22 - $31.71/HourlyGrade
5EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.