Sterile Processing Technician

SIPS Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated recruiters

Optional worksite locations

Health and Welfare Benefits

Company-paid long-term disability (LTD

Term Life coverage

Job summary

SIPS Healthcare in Chicago, IL is hiring Sterile Processing Technicians to support our growing team. The role involves retrieving contaminated supplies, preparing sterile instrument trays, and maintaining inventory for surgeries and procedures.

You will work with minimal supervision, lifting up to 50 lbs, and following strict safety and quality standards. A high school diploma is required; medical terminology knowledge is a plus. Health and welfare benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand medical terminology to follow instructions and records.
• Proficiency with decontamination and instrument handling.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Capable of lifting 30–50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants and operating decontamination equipment.
• Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
• Examining supplies to ensure proper cleaning and sanitation.
• Testing and reporting issues with sterilization equipment.
• Sterilizing, preparing, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for procedures.
• Preparing and delivering equipment for surgeries and carts.
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures and inventory.
• Controlling inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expirations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Quality improvement

Flexible approach

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Medical technologies

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 09/08/2026

Our team is hiring local and traveling Sterile Processing Technicians to support our growing team. The Sterile Processing Technician's responsibilities include retrieving contaminated supplies and delivering sterile supplies, maintaining inventory, and preparing sterile instrument trays for surgeries, examinations, and procedures.

We're looking for a self-starter who can manage their time effectively. The role requires drive and a sense of accountability because the day-to-day working environment will involve very little direct supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
  
• Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
  
• Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
  
• Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
  
• Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
  
• Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
  
• Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
  
• Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
  
• Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
  
• Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

This position requires frequent standing (6–8 hours), walking (<4 hours), and limited sitting (0–2 hours). Employees must be able to lift and carry 20–50 lbs and push/pull up to 20 lbs. The role involves various physical activities, including but not limited to squatting (0–1 hours), bending, twisting, reaching above the shoulders, reaching below the waist, kneeling, and grasping (each 1–5 hours).

This description is intended to provide a general overview of the physical demands and work environment and is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job-related tasks and conditions. Additional responsibilities, demands, and conditions may be required as deemed necessary by the employer.

Requirements

• Use of medical technologies
  
• Creating a safe, effective environment
  
• Proven ability to work within a team.
  
• Good oral and written communication skills
  
• Knowledge of and commitment to quality improvement
  
• Flexible approach to work practices
  

Sterile Processing Technician Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand medical terminology in order to follow written instructions and complete various forms and records regarding equipment’s processing and preparation of equipment.
  
• Must be able to regularly lift to 30 lbs., stand for 8 hours, stoop, bend, pull and retrieve material.
  

• Dedicated recruiters
  
• Optional worksite locations
  
• Health and Welfare Benefits
  
• Company-paid long-term disability (LTD) andTerm Life coverage