Processing Assistant Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Site: The General Hospital Corporation
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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.
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday from 11:00am to 7:30pm
Compensation & Benefits
• 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
Essential Functions:
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.
Qualifications
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
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- 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
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EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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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