Sterile Processing Technician

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
243-245 Charles Street (Show on map)
Apr 11, 2025
Summary Responsible for the care and safety of all patients under his/her care. Ensures effective communication with the charge nurse, the patient, staff, physicians, and other hospital departments. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Scrub procedure as assigned. -Assist in work area in central sterile between scrub assignments prn. -Assist in keeping overall operating room clean and tidy. -Make sure room is cleaned, straightened and stocked before going off duty. -Assist circulating nurse with care of the patient while in the room, providing nursing care to all patients of all ages. -Check daily to keep abreast of new changes occurring in the operating room. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Surgical Technology preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Operating Room Experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Experience with instrumentation in the operating room. - Strong understanding of surgical technology and surgical procedure. - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Ability to communicate effectively. - Strong interpersonal skills. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.