Night Sterile Processing Tech II - Instrumentation & QA

adventhealth; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 25,499 - 40,804; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to maintain instrument sterility, manage inventories, and support the surgical team.

You will operate sterilization equipment, perform decontamination per IFUs, and participate in quality audits while training new staff. This full-time night shift offers benefits from day one.

Strong emphasis on infection prevention, cross-contamination control, and adherence to safety standards are required.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English
• Knowledge of Sterilization Standards
• Knowledge of Surgical Instrumentation
• Knowledge and practice of infectious control techniques and medical terminology
• Basic Computer skills
• Successful completion of an accredited school of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of prevention of cross-contamination and the critical nature of nosocomial infections
• Proficient use of all equipment
• Ability to adapt to change and work in an environment that requires flexibility and dependability
• Ability to lead others and work under stress and tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate records of sterilization activities and inventory levels.
• Operates sterilization equipment and inspects instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers, and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
• Corrects instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets, and/or instrument tracking systems.
• Maintains proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
• Performs regular quality assurance program audits of peers.
• Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure timely availability of sterilized instruments and equipment.
• Monitors and documents sterilization processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with sterilization equipment and processes.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sterilization processes.
• Trains new staff on sterilization procedures and protocols.
• Ensures proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials.

Skills

English proficiency

Sterilization standards

Surgical instrumentation

Infectious control

Basic computer skills

Accredited Sterile Processing program

Effective communication

Cross-contamination prevention

Equipment operation

Adaptability

Leadership under pressure

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational training

Job description

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to maintain instrument sterility, manage inventories, and support the surgical team.

You will operate sterilization equipment, perform decontamination per IFUs, and participate in quality audits while training new staff. This full-time night shift offers benefits from day one.

Strong emphasis on infection prevention, cross-contamination control, and adherence to safety standards are required.