Sterile Processing Technician II (Evenings 3p -11:30p)

Company: Boston Children's Hospital
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 10, 2025

Job Description:

Sterile Processing Technician II (Evenings 3p -11:30p) at Boston Children's Hospital summary:
The Sterile Processing Technician II is responsible for the effective cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments and materials to ensure a sterile environment for surgical procedures. This role includes following departmental protocols, operating various cleaning and sterilization equipment, and maintaining accurate records of processed items. Strong customer service, communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential for success in this position.
*We are currently offering a $7,500 sign on bonus for full time hires.*

This Sterile Processing Technician will be responsible for:

• Following departmental policies/procedures and transporting carts of instrumentation or medical materials to and from designated areas within the surgical suites or SPD. Restocking OR surgical core with surgical instrumentation sterilized in SPD following departmental policies/procedures and instructions
• Receiving, sorting, cleaning and decontaminating soiled reusable instruments, equipment and materials following manufacturer's instructions. Manually recording items/materials received in department logs. Loading, operating, and emptying cleaning and decontamination equipment such as automatic washers, endoscope reprocessors, cart washer and pasteurizers
• Inspecting, preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and other materials. Assembling trays and packets of instruments, medical supplies for surgical procedures according to standardized content lists and manufacturers guidelines. Loading and operating sterilizers, programming settings and monitors temperature and other critical readings during run cycle
• Answering departmental telephones and forwarding calls as needed. Responding to requests for routine factual information, referring more complex inquiries to charge person/supervisor
• Responding to customer requests and resolving problems as needed
  To qualify, you must have:
  • Certification of Sterile/Central Processing
  • A high school degree or GED equivalent is required
  • Minimum of 1 years' experience within Sterile Processing is strongly preferred
  • A strong knowledge of instrumentation and power surgical instruments
  • Strong customer service and communication skills to develop working relationships with staff
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • The ability to work independently and as a team player
  • Flexibility and the willingness to change assignments due to department needs
    Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care 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.
    
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    Keywords:
    Sterile Processing, Sterilization Technician, Surgical Instruments, Medical Equipment, Healthcare, Infection Control, Central Sterile Supply, Decontamination, Customer Service, Surgical Procedures
    

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