Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician
Job Type: Contract
Shift: Evening | 15:00 - 23:30
Contract Duration: 13 weeks, with possible extension
Location: Newton, MA, 02462
Shift Details:
- 40 hours per week
- 5 x 8-hour shifts (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM)
- Rotating weekends and holidays as needed
- On-call duties required
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment.
- Leak test, evaluate, clean/disinfect, and process flexible endoscopes.
- Inspect instrumentation for cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Assemble surgical instruments and kits utilizing kit assembly information.
- Package, wrap, and prepare kit/instrument loads for sterilization.
- Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment.
- Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment.
- Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other departments.
- Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner.
- Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon-specific preference cards.
- Stock adult, pediatric, and neonate code carts, intubation boxes.
- Function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor.
- Utilize a variety of computer systems. Existing knowledge of EPIC and CSIQ/SPM is preferred.
- Assist in the training of new staff and volunteers.
- May be required to rotate between the main SPD, GI, and OSC departments as needed.
- Perform all other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Sterile Processing Technician.
- Certification in Sterile Processing (CRCST or CSPDT) preferred.
- Familiarity with sterilization techniques and equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of EPIC and CSIQ/SPM systems is a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Opportunity for contract extension
- Gain experience in a dynamic healthcare environment
How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our team.
We're an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types: Contract, Travel nursing
Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- License reimbursement
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Healthcare setting:
Medical specialties:
- Cardiology
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Gastroenterology
- Medical-Surgical
- Neurology
- Ob/Gyn
- Otolaryngology
- Perioperative Care
- Podiatry
- Surgery
- Urology
Schedule:
- 5x8
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
Application Question(s):
- Please mention an active email address
- Please mention your pay rate expectation
- How soon can you join us?
Experience:
- Sterile processing: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CSPDT (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Newton, MA 02462 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Newton, MA 02462: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person