Sterile Processing Technician: Expert Instrument Sterilization

Advocate Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to joins its SPD team. The role requires performing decontamination of instruments, assembling trays, and ensuring sterilization is properly completed.

You will also manage case carts, track cycles in the Censitrac system, and uphold a clean, safe work area throughout the shift. The position emphasizes careful handling of instruments, adherence to procedures, and timely reporting of equipment issues to leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• SPD experience preferred.
• Ability to operate sterilization equipment.
• Familiarity with Censitrac tracking system.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate instruments and equipment following procedures.
• Assemble, wrap and package trays for sterilization.
• Run and document sterilization cycles with indicators.
• Manage inventory and case carts for OR readiness.
• Support quality improvement and daily team communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Follow directions

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Censitrac Instrument Tracking System

Sterilization equipment

Tyvek pouches

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to joins its SPD team. The role requires performing decontamination of instruments, assembling trays, and ensuring sterilization is properly completed.

You will also manage case carts, track cycles in the Censitrac system, and uphold a clean, safe work area throughout the shift. The position emphasizes careful handling of instruments, adherence to procedures, and timely reporting of equipment issues to leadership.