Instrument Tech I

OSF HealthCare; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking an Instrument Technician for Surgery to manage inter-departmental instrument needs between the OR, Case Carts, and Sterile Processing. You will coordinate daily instrument requirements with OR partners and team leaders, and ensure proper cleaning, sterilization, and inspection of instrumentation.

The role covers Immediate Use Sterilization processes and Biologic Indicator testing as required, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and teamwork within an acute care setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and prioritization/organization skills.
• Basic ability to read computer printouts and follow task lists.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inter-departmental instrument needs between OR, Case Carts, and Sterile Processing.
• Communicate daily instrument needs with OR partners and team leaders.
• Clean, sterilize and inspect instrumentation to proper standards.
• Handle Immediate Use Sterilization and Biologic Indicator testing as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Task list familiarity

Reading printouts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $18.80 - $22.12/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The instrument technician-Surgery will be responsible for detailed knowledge of the inter-departmental needs between OR, Case Carts, and the Sterile Processing Department. They will coordinate/communicate daily instrument needs with OR mission partners and team leaders. Must be competent in proper cleaning, sterilizing and inspecting of instrumentation. Must be proficient and responsible for all aspects of the Immediate Use Sterilization process, as well and handling Biologic Indicator testing as needed.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Other skills/knowledge:

• Excellent communication skills Excellent prioritization/organization skills
• Basic knowledge reading computer printouts and working from task list

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification in sterile processing at the technician level or higher from an accredited organization 1 year experience in a Sterile Processing Department

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.