Sterile Processing Technician II-IHRS, Registry, Evenings
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as a Sterile Processing Technician II in the Central Sterile Processing Department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity based in the greater Chicagoland area.
Responsibilities
- Cleans and decontaminates instruments, trays, supplies, and equipment according to established procedures
- Operates sterilization and decontamination equipment, including washers, sonic cleaners, and sterilizers
- Assembles instrument trays and peel packs with proper identification, wrapping, labeling, and sterilization method
- Monitors and documents sterilization loads, including biological and chemical testing results
- Identifies and removes defective or unsafe instruments and reports issues to leadership
- Stocks sterile storage areas and maintains appropriate inventory levels
- Prepares and delivers case carts based on surgical schedules and preference cards
- Transports clean and soiled equipment between Sterile Processing and procedural areas
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of all work areas and equipment
- Participates in quality improvement activities and required departmental training
- Assists in training and onboarding of new staff
- Adheres to all safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards
- Rotates across all processing areas and may be required to work weekends and holidays
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Sterile Processing Certification (CRCST or CSPDT) required within 18 months of employment
- Knowledge of surgical instruments, hospital equipment, and medical terminology
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to respond effectively to urgent and emergency supply needs
- Ability to lift and move items over 30 lbs and stand for extended periods
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of experience in Central Sterile Processing
- Previous hospital-based sterile processing experience
- Basic computer skills and experience with instrument tracking systems
Schedule
- Shift: Evenings – 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
- Job Type/FTE: Registry
- Work Location: Onsite – Hyde Park
Pay
The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected for the position, based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and current market data. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications, experience, and organizational considerations, such as internal equity.
Benefits
UChicago Medicine offers a full complement of benefit options for eligible roles. Review the benefits here.
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