STERILE PROCESSING TECH

Marion Eye Surgery Center LLC; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Stable daytime healthcare environment

Supportive and team-oriented workplace

Job summary

Marion Eye Surgery Center LLC is seeking a dependable Sterile Processing Technician to join the surgical team. The role involves cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing instruments, and preparing supplies for procedures.

You will monitor cycles, maintain records, and support infection control practices in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, healthcare experience, and certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Sterile processing experience in healthcare preferred.
• Sterile processing certification preferred (CRCST/CSPDT).
• Knowledge of sterilization, decontamination and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment per procedures.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, wear and damage.
• Assemble instrument trays and ensure all required tools are included.
• Prepare sterile instruments and supplies for scheduled procedures.
• Maintain sterilization records and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to follow procedures

Independence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRCST/CSPDT certification or equivalent

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician – Surgery CenterPosition Type: Full-TimeLocation: Mt. Vernon, ILAbout the PositionMarion Eye Surgery Center is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician to join our surgical team. This position plays an important role in patient safety by ensuring surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, decontaminated, inspected, assembled, sterilized, and ready for use.The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and committed to maintaining high standards of infection prevention and patient safety.Key ResponsibilitiesClean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment according to established procedures.Inspect instruments for cleanliness, proper function, damage, and wear.Assemble surgical instrument trays accurately and ensure all required instruments are included.Prepare sterile instruments and supplies for scheduled surgical procedures.Maintain accurate sterilization records and required documentation.Monitor sterilization cycles and perform appropriate quality-control checks.Properly store and distribute sterile instruments and supplies.Maintain appropriate inventory levels and restock sterile processing and surgical supplies as needed.Follow infection control, safety, and sterile processing policies and procedures.Communicate with surgical staff regarding instrument and supply needs.Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.Report damage or malfunctioning instruments and equipment promptly.Assist the surgical team with other duties as needed.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required.Previous sterile processing, surgical, or healthcare experience preferred.Sterile Processing certification (CRCST, CSPDT, or equivalent) preferred.Knowledge of sterilization, decontamination, infection control, and aseptic techniques preferred.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to follow detailed procedures and safety guidelines.Ability to work independently as well as part of a surgical team.Dependable with a strong work ethic and good attendance.Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, move, and handle surgical trays and supplies.What We OfferCompetitive pay based on experience.Health, dental, and other available benefits.Paid time off.401(k) retirement plan.Stable daytime healthcare environment.Supportive and team-oriented workplace.If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and interested in being an important part of a surgical team, we encourage you to apply.Apply today to join the Marion Eye Surgery Center team!