"Sterile Processing Tech I - Evenings"

Position Summary

Assembles instrument trays for surgical procedures using computerized count sheets and processes instrumentation for sterilization and distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transports surgical instruments and medical materials between the surgical suites and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) following departmental procedures.
• Restocks surgical core areas with sterilized instruments per department guidelines.
• Receives, sorts, and decontaminates soiled instruments and equipment using manual logs and various cleaning equipment.
• Operates decontamination machinery such as automatic washers, cart washers, and endoscope reprocessors.
• Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instrument trays and medical supply packets according to standard lists and manufacturer guidelines.
• Operates sterilizers, sets appropriate programs, and monitors critical data during sterilization cycles.
• Answers departmental phone calls, forwards messages, and provides routine information, escalating complex queries when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma/GED required

Licensure/Certifications: Certification as a Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) is required upon hire or within one year from the hire date OR Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required upon hire or within one year from the hire date.

About Boston Children's Hospital

Boston Children's Hospital is a 395-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.