Sterile Processing Technician R39712 Surgical Services

Req#: R39712
Category(s): Allied Health Clinical Professional, Surgical Services
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: First

Note:

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate s relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.

Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum

$20.38 – $24.08 – $29.24

Baystate Medical Center | Springfield, MA

Schedule: Full Time | 40 hours/week | 7:00am–3:30pm

Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 for qualified external candidates with 1+ year of experience; subject to change

Be a Vital Part of Patient Care at Baystate Health

At Baystate Health, Sterile Processing Technicians are essential to everything we do. Behind every safe surgery and successful procedure is a dedicated team ensuring instruments are meticulously cleaned, assembled, and sterilized. If you take pride in precision, teamwork, and patient safety, this is your opportunity to make a real difference—every single day.

We’re looking for motivated professionals who are committed to excellence and continuous learning and want to grow their careers within a mission-driven health system.

As a Sterile Processing Technician
, you’ll play a critical role in supporting surgical and clinical teams by ensuring all instruments and medical equipment meet the highest standards of cleanliness and sterility. This position requires attention to detail, strong infection prevention knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

You’ll work with both manual and automated processes and utilize advanced sterilization technologies, including steam, ethylene oxide, and low-temperature gas plasma systems
.

• Apply infection prevention and safety principles across all sterile processing activities
• Decontaminate reusable instruments using proper cleaning methods
• Operate and maintain washers, ultrasonic equipment, and sterilizers
• Perform and document daily quality assurance testing (TOSI, Sono Check, biological and chemical indicators)
• Inspect, assemble, package, wrap, and sterilize surgical instrument trays and devices
• Assemble an average of 4–6 trays per hour while maintaining strict quality standards
• Load and unload sterilizers and verify sterile integrity prior to release
• Accurately scan instruments, trays, and supplies into the tracking system
• Prepare surgical case carts using first-in/first-out inventory practices
• Inspect sterile items for packaging integrity and expiration dates
• Maintain clean, organized work spaces to support safe, efficient workflows
• Collaborate closely with peers, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals

Required:

• Completion of an accredited sterile processing program
• CRCST (HSPA) or CSPDT (CBSPD) certification required within 18 months of hire
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong commitment to teamwork, quality, and patient safety

Preferred:

• At least one (1) year of sterile processing experience

Certification:

• CBSPD and/or HSPA certification required within 18 months of hire

• Comprehensive 8–12 week orientation
• Web-based training and required hand hygiene education
• Hands-on experience in all areas of sterile processing, including decontamination, prep & packaging, and sterilization

• Be part of a mission-driven, community-based health system
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment
• Access opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Make a meaningful impact on patient safety and surgical outcomes

Education:

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications:

Certified Sterile Processing Technician – Other Other Other

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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