Sterile Processing Technician Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Sterile Processing Technician Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

• MEI United States, Massachusetts, Boston 243-245 Charles Street (Show on map) Jun 20, 2025
  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. 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 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%) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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