Sterile Processing Tech

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

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Shift Hours: 9:30am-6:00pm

Job Summary
Responsible for performing advanced tasks in the sterile processing department of a healthcare facility.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Receive used medical instruments and equipment from the operating rooms or other departments.
• Load prepared instruments and equipment into sterilizers, following the prescribed loading patterns and protocols.
• Conduct regular quality checks of instruments, equipment, and packaging materials to ensure compliance with sterilization standards.
• Assist with managing inventory levels, including receiving, inspecting, and restocking sterile supplies.
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot sterilization equipment and instrumentation.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced sterile processing technicians.

Qualifications
Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

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. 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of sterile processing principles, practices, and infection control standards.
• Familiarity with medical instruments, equipment, and surgical procedures.
• Proficiency in instrument assembly, packaging, and sterilization techniques.
• Understanding of sterilization equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements
Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• 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 %)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly %)
• Vision - Near Constantly %)
• Talking Constantly %)
• Hearing Constantly %)

Remote Type
Onsite

Work Location
Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Employee Type
Regular

Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

Pay Range
$ $32.72/Hourly

Grade
5

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