Sterile Processing Tech: Instrument Sterilization Pro

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

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to receive, clean, sterilize, and distribute medical instruments and equipment within the surgical and patient care areas. The role emphasizes adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards as part of our patient-first mission.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and sterile processing certification within two years; basic computer skills are required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 2 years related equivalent experience required.
• Sterile processing certification (CBSPD) or (IAHCSMM) within 2 years of start date required.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment.
• Receives, stocks, packages and distributes medical instruments and equipment.
• Performs and documents quality assurance testing and inspection on stock; inventories and reorders supplies.

Skills

Sterile processing

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

GED within 1 year of start date

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to receive, clean, sterilize, and distribute medical instruments and equipment within the surgical and patient care areas. The role emphasizes adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards as part of our patient-first mission.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and sterile processing certification within two years; basic computer skills are required. Equal opportunity employer.