Sterile Processing Tech - Decontamination & Sterilization

Aurora Health Care; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and inventory tasks in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will follow procedures, operate Censitrac tracking, run sterilizer tests, and ensure all loads meet quality standards.

The role requires a High school diploma and at least 1 year SPD experience. This on-site position offers opportunities to contribute to patient safety through meticulous processing and

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1 year SPD experience.
• Ability to communicate and follow directions.
• Experience with instrument sterilization and packaging.
• Familiarity with Censitrac for tracking.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate instruments and equipment according to procedures.
• Assemble instrument trays and verify counts.
• Run sterilizer tests and document results.
• Label processed items and track loads in Censitrac.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and respond to equipment issues.
• Assist with inventory and storage; prepare case carts.

Skills

Decontamination procedures

Sterilization knowledge

Instrument assembly

Quality control

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Censitrac

Sterilization equipment

Tyvek pouches

Job description

Aurora Health Care in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to perform decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and inventory tasks in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will follow procedures, operate Censitrac tracking, run sterilizer tests, and ensure all loads meet quality standards.

The role requires a High school diploma and at least 1 year SPD experience. This on-site position offers opportunities to contribute to patient safety through meticulous processing and