Central Sterile Certified Tech

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital
$24.00 - $35.00 / hr
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
1133 Centre Street (Show on map)
Jul 08, 2026
Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. 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 Grade 150 Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm Summary: Performs activities related to the decontamination, preparation and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and case cart assembly. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Responsible for taking "charge" of the department in the absence of the department Manager when assigned. -Able to prioritize all sterilization issues relevant to the O.R. schedule. -Responsible for all QA documentation that occurs within the "charge" shift. -Assists in the general orientation and training of all new personnel whenever applicable. -Contributes to the new employee "documentation of orientation". -Decontaminates, inspects, assembles, sterilizes and distributes to appropriate areas, all surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. -Demonstrates knowledge of proper methods of surgical instrument cleaning and decontamination. -Demonstrates knowledge of proper preparation and packaging for sterilization, using count sheets, peel pouches, tip protectors, indicator strips, and non-woven wrap. -Demonstrates ability to assemble instrument sets, using count sheets appropriately, with no more than 3 errors noted within a 3-month period. -Demonstrates knowledge of proper methods of sterilization relevant to each type of instrumentation. -Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate disbursement of all sterilized instruments, supplies, and equipment. -Notifies Supervisor, or designee, of broken/missing instruments or equipment. -Demonstrates knowledge of case cart system priorities and policies. -Understands daily priorities of the case cart system. -Demonstrates knowledge of proper case cart loading, and presentation methodology. -Demonstrates knowledge of stock par levels, and how they are maintained. -Demonstrates proper linen inspection and folding techniques, and appropriate method of wrapping. -Demonstrates knowledge of inventory control methods when ordering supplies for O.R. stock exchange carts. Familiar with exchange routines of carts. -Prepares all documentation of sterilization processes according to AAMI recommendations and department QA policies and procedures. -Demonstrates knowledge of all processes and documents all air removal and biological testing done on all in-house sterilizers. -Assembles all supplies needed for specific assigned areas, and completes the necessary stock requisitions or documentation. -Performs all duties in accordance with applicable health and safety rules, regulations and Standards. -Attends all educational in-services and staff meetings held in the department, and all mandatory educational programs provided by the hospital. Attendance to the hospital Safety Fair is MANDATORY. 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) required Certified Central Processing Tech [CSP] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) required Experience: Minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards. - Able to explain the decontamination, inspection and sterilization process clearly. - Ability to teach new employees all areas of the department responsibilities. - Must exhibit excellent customer service skills. Additional Job Details (if applicable) 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%) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 1133 Centre Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $23.54 - $34.99/Hourly Grade SF1150 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 minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. 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