Sterile Processing Technician

Prime Healthcare; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Evanston, IL seeks a Central Sterile Technician for evenings at Saint Francis Hospital. The role involves decontamination, preparation, and sterilization of sterile trays and instruments, plus inventory management and data entry.

Call responsibilities may be required within a 60-minute commute for on-call periods. The position requires a high school diploma and relevant hospital Sterile Tech experience with BLS as preferred credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience as a Central Sterile Technician preferred.
• Central Supply Certified certification preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate preferred.
• At least two years experience as a Central Sterile Technician required.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, preparation, and sterilization of Central Sterile trays and instruments.
• Inventory management and restocking of supplies.
• Computer data entry and patient charge card batching.
• Access to all department locations within the facility and effective communication.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Sterilization

Inventory management

Computer data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Two years’ experience in Central Sterile Tech

Job description

Overview

Department:Medical Supplies

Schedule:Full Time 3p-11:30p with rotating call on weekends and holidays (must be within a 60 minute commute for call)

Facility:Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital

Location:Evanston, IL

Responsibilities

The Central Sterile Technician is responsible for decontamination, preparation, sterilization of Central Sterile trays, instruments, equipment, inventory and restocking of supplies, computer data entry and patient charge card batching. Demonstrates knowledge of all department locations within facility and ability to access all departments. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates detailed awareness and knowledge of patient supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for new hires effective April 2014.

2. Two (2) years’ experience as a Central Sterile Technician in an acute care hospital setting preferred.

3. Central Supply Certified certification, preferred

4. Current BLS (AHA) certificate, preferred

Facility Specific Requirements (as applicable required):

5. At least two (2) years experience as a Central Sterile Technician required

6. Current BLS (AHA) certificate.

7. Central Supply Certified certification required

8. Central Supply Certified certification required within two years from date of hire at designated facilities

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $16.06 to $23.26. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Evenings

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf