Sterile Processing Tech II — Cancer Center Onsite

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; Presencial; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UChicago Medicine in the greater Chicagoland area is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II to join the Central Sterile Processing Department. This 100% onsite role supports OR case carts, decontamination, and sterilization of instruments in accordance with hospital standards.

You will rotate across processing areas, may work weekends/holidays, and must complete Sterile Processing Certification within 18 months. Strong communication and knowledge of instruments are essential.

Formación

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Sterile Processing (CRCST or CSPDT) required within 18 months of employment.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments, hospital equipment and medical terminology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Cleans and decontaminates instruments, trays, supplies, and equipment according to established procedures.
• Operates sterilization and decontamination equipment, including washers, sonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Assembles instrument trays and peel packs with proper identification, wrapping, labeling, and sterilization method.
• Monitors and documents sterilization loads, including biological and chemical testing results.
• Identifies and removes defective or unsafe instruments and reports issues to leadership.
• Stocks sterile storage areas and maintains appropriate inventory levels.
• Prepares and delivers case carts based on surgical schedules and preference cards.
• Transports clean and soiled equipment between Sterile Processing and procedural areas.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of all work areas and equipment.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and required departmental training.
• Assists in training and onboarding of new staff.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards.

Conocimientos

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Knowledge of surgical instruments

Medical terminology

Ability to lift 30 lbs+

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing Certification (CRCST or CSPDT) within 18 months

Descripción del empleo

UChicago Medicine in the greater Chicagoland area is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II to join the Central Sterile Processing Department. This 100% onsite role supports OR case carts, decontamination, and sterilization of instruments in accordance with hospital standards.

You will rotate across processing areas, may work weekends/holidays, and must complete Sterile Processing Certification within 18 months. Strong communication and knowledge of instruments are essential.