Sterilization Tech II — Precise OR Instrument Prep

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; DeKalb Township (IL); On-site; USD 55,159,000 - 79,972,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sterilizing Tech II in Illinois to support sterile processing for operating rooms. The role involves disassembling, sterilizing, and assembling trays and instruments, maintaining accuracy and inventory, and ensuring compliance with infection control standards.

The position emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and timely communication with departments. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience
• High School degree or equivalent
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
• Sterile Processing certification through an accredited body.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes instrument trays and supplies.
• Disassembles and cleans instruments using proper technique.
• Assembles instrument trays with high accuracy.
• Maintains and updates department reports.
• Dispenses sterile supplies and trays to hospital departments.
• Assembles case carts with high accuracy.

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Sterile Processing certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sterilizing Tech II in Illinois to support sterile processing for operating rooms. The role involves disassembling, sterilizing, and assembling trays and instruments, maintaining accuracy and inventory, and ensuring compliance with infection control standards.

The position emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and timely communication with departments. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer