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 **Sterile Processing Technician** **Baystate Medical Center | Springfield, MA** **Schedule:** Full Time | 40 hours/week | 7:00am–3:30pm **Sign-On Bonus:** $2,000 for candidates with **1+ year of experience** _(subject to change)_ **Make an Impact Where It Matters Most** **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. **Position Summary** 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** . **What You’ll Do** + 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, SonoCheck, 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 workspaces to support safe, efficient workflows + Collaborate closely with peers, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals **Qualifications** **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 **Training & Work Environment** + 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 **Why Join Baystate Health?** + 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 - OtherOtherOther **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.