Sterile Processing Tech II - Elevate OR Readiness

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in Chicago is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II for the Central Sterile Processing Department. This 100% onsite role prepares OR case carts and performs decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of reprocessable supplies and surgical instruments in compliance with hospital standards.

You will rotate across processing areas, monitor sterilization processes, and participate in safety and infection-control practices, with potential weekend/holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Sterile Processing Certification (CRCST or CSPDT) required within 18 months of employment.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments, hospital equipment, and medical terminology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to urgent and emergency supply needs.
• Ability to lift and move items over 30 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Sterile processing

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRCST/CSPDT certification

Job description

UChicago Medicine in Chicago is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II for the Central Sterile Processing Department. This 100% onsite role prepares OR case carts and performs decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of reprocessable supplies and surgical instruments in compliance with hospital standards.

You will rotate across processing areas, monitor sterilization processes, and participate in safety and infection-control practices, with potential weekend/holiday shifts.