Sterile Processing Technician II

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Job Summary Join a Mission-Driven Healthcare Team Mass General Brigham is built on a mission of delivering exceptional patient care, advancing research, and serving our communities. Our teams—clinical and non-clinical—work collaboratively to support safe, innovative, and high-quality care. We are seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to join the department to focus on cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, inspecting, and managing surgical instruments and medical equipment so they are safe for patient procedures.

Although the role supports patient care indirectly, it does not involve direct patient contact.

• Monday to Friday from 11:00am to 7:30pm

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 50% MBTA pass discount
• Childcare resources and emergency backup care
• 403(b) retirement plan, Cash Balance Plan, and Tax-Sheltered Annuity
• Employee “Perks” program (discounts on events, travel, and more)

Summary:

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

Does this position require Patient Care? No

• Receive used medical instruments and equipment from the operating rooms or other departments.
• Load prepared instruments and equipment into sterilizers, following 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? Yes.

Licenses and Credentials:
Certified Registered Central Service Technician [CRCST] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) required

Experience:

Experience as a Central Sterile Technician or similar role in a healthcare setting 1-2 years preferred

• Thorough knowledge of sterile processing principles, practices, and infection control standards.
• Familiarity with medical instruments, equipment, and surgical procedures.
• Endoscopy
• Robotics
• 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 52 Second Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $23.34 - $33.37/Hourly Grade 5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the…