Sterile Processing Tech II: OR Support & Precision Sterilization

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Sterilizing Tech II to support the Operating Rooms by disassembling, cleaning, assembling, sterilizing and storing trays, instruments, and supplies, following infection control practices.

You will dispense sterile supplies to hospital departments, assemble case carts, maintain inventories, perform quality control, and ensure accurate documentation while prioritizing workload and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in sterile processing or healthcare environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Sterile Processing certification or credential is required.
• Must be able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles, cleans, assembles, sterilizes, and stores trays, instruments, equipment and supplies according to procedures.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers; directs to appropriate resources as needed.
• Maintains and updates department reports and inventory; dispenses sterile supplies to hospital departments.
• Assembles case carts with high accuracy and uses instrument tracking system.
• Performs quality control functions and completes sterilization documentation.
• Prioritizes workload and supports teamwork across departments.

Skills

1 year experience

English communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Sterilizing Tech II to support the Operating Rooms by disassembling, cleaning, assembling, sterilizing and storing trays, instruments, and supplies, following infection control practices.

You will dispense sterile supplies to hospital departments, assemble case carts, maintain inventories, perform quality control, and ensure accurate documentation while prioritizing workload and teamwork.