PRN Sterile Processing Tech

Gold Coast Surgical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Job summary

Gold Coast Surgical Center in Chicago is seeking a meticulous Sterile Processing Technician to sterilize and clean medical equipment, prepare instrument trays for surgeries, and maintain inventory. The role requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with sterilization techniques, and the ability to handle fragile equipment.

The position involves picking up contaminated items, cleaning and packing supplies, operating sterilization equipment, and documenting procedures.

Qualifications

• Meticulous with strong attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of a variety of sterilization techniques.
• Ability to work with fragile equipment.
• Certification in sterile processing in ambulatory surgery setting.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
• Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
• Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
• Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
• Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team player

Critical thinking

Good judgment

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a meticulous sterile processing technician to be responsible for the sterilization and cleaning of medical equipment, instruments, and supplies. The sterile processing technician's responsibilities include retrieving contaminated supplies and delivering sterile supplies, maintaining inventory, and preparing sterile instrument trays for surgeries.

To be a successful sterile processing technician, you should be meticulous with strong attention to detail. You should have a good working knowledge of a variety of sterilization techniques and be able to work with fragile equipment.

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
• Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
• Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
• Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
• Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
• Certification in sterile processing in ambulatory surgery setting
• Technical skills and familiarity with sterilization techniques
• A High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job
• Passion for keeping people safe
• Good judgment and critical-thinking skills
• Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment
• The ability to work well in a team or independently.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organizationis an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.Furthermore, our organizationiscommitted to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Enthusiastic:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Functional Expert:

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Thought Provoking:

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

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