Sterile Processing Tech II: Instrument Sets & Decontam

Advocate Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Park Ridge, IL seeks a Sterile Processing Technician I to assemble general and specialty instruments, verify correct items, and prepare instrument sets for sterilization. The role supports instrument handling, performance checks, and cross-department communication to ensure timely availability.

You will maintain a clean work area, follow PPE and decontamination procedures, set up equipment, and assist in training new technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and SPD experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate and follow directions in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with basic computer tasks and sterilization equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble general and specialty instrument sets following lists.
• Check instrument performance and identify repair needs.
• Decontaminate general and specialty instruments and sets.
• Maintain a neat, clean work area at all times.
• Follow PPE protocols and report equipment issues to management.
• Assist in setup of decontamination equipment and ensure workflow.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Follow directions

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Advocate Health in Park Ridge, IL seeks a Sterile Processing Technician I to assemble general and specialty instruments, verify correct items, and prepare instrument sets for sterilization. The role supports instrument handling, performance checks, and cross-department communication to ensure timely availability.

You will maintain a clean work area, follow PPE and decontamination procedures, set up equipment, and assist in training new technicians.