Day Shift Sterile Processing Tech - Precision & Care

Mercy Health System; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic - Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for the Day shift. The role involves reprocessing surgical instruments, decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and case cart preparation to ensure instrument readiness for procedures.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, the ability to follow procedures precisely, strong attention to detail, and good communication to support cross‑department workflows.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, assembly and packaging of instruments.
• Operate washers and ultrasonic cleaners and ensure proper sterilization cycles.
• Prepare instrument sets and case carts according to procedure lists.
• Maintain logs and indicators and notify leadership of issues.
• Assist with inventory and stocking of supplies for sterile processing.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Instrument tracking software

IFU interpretation

Job description

Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic - Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for the Day shift. The role involves reprocessing surgical instruments, decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and case cart preparation to ensure instrument readiness for procedures.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, the ability to follow procedures precisely, strong attention to detail, and good communication to support cross‑department workflows.