Sterile Processing Tech II — Evening Shift

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II to support aseptic processing and sterilization of surgical instruments in our Chicago area facilities.

The role requires knowledge of aseptic techniques, routine instrument processing, and adherence to infection control guidelines. A high school diploma and national certification in sterile processing are required; experience with tray tracking and instrument sets is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Current certification by NICHSPD or IAHCSMM or CBSPD.
• Experience with surgical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of sterilization, decontamination, packing and shelf life.

Responsibilities

• Operates Tray Tracking system in the department.
• Decontaminates, disinfects and sterilizes surgical instruments per policy.
• Inspects and processes instrumentation according to procedures.
• Reports damaged/missing items to supervisor.
• Assembles instrument sets per count sheets and prepares trays for sterilization.
• Runs sterilization equipment and maintains logs of test results.
• Maintains clean, organized work areas and supports teammates.
• Rotates through areas to cover service needs.

Education

High School Diploma

NICHSPD Certification

IAHCSMM Certification

CBSPD Certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech II to support aseptic processing and sterilization of surgical instruments in our Chicago area facilities.

The role requires knowledge of aseptic techniques, routine instrument processing, and adherence to infection control guidelines. A high school diploma and national certification in sterile processing are required; experience with tray tracking and instrument sets is preferred.