Sterile Processing Technician II - Full-Time, Evenings
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Technician II works in the Central Sterile Processing Department at UChicago Medicine. This is a 100% onsite role based in the greater Chicagoland area, at the Hyde Park work location. The technician prepares operating-room surgical case carts and performs decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of reprocessable supplies, equipment, and surgical instruments in accordance with hospital standards. The role requires knowledge of sterilization modalities, monitoring sterilization processes, and using instrument tracking systems. Staff rotate across processing areas and may be required to work weekends and holidays. The position is full-time at 1.0 FTE, with an evening shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screening, and comply with flu vaccination requirements before hire; medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Compensation depends on qualifications, experience, and organizational considerations. Pay for employees covered by collective bargaining agreements is negotiated by the medical center and the relevant union. Benefit options are available for eligible roles.
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 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in Central Sterile Processing.
- Previous hospital-based sterile processing experience.
- Basic computer skills and experience with instrument tracking systems.
Responsibilities
- Clean and decontaminate instruments, trays, supplies, and equipment according to established procedures.
- Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment, including washers, sonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
- Assemble instrument trays and peel packs with appropriate identification, wrapping, labeling, and sterilization method.
- Monitor and document sterilization loads, including biological and chemical testing results.
- Identify and remove defective or unsafe instruments and report issues to leadership.
- Stock sterile storage areas and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Prepare and deliver case carts based on surgical schedules and preference cards.
- Transport clean and soiled equipment between Sterile Processing and procedural areas.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and required departmental training.
- Assist in training and onboarding new staff.
- Follow safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards.
Benefits
- Benefit options are available for eligible roles; specific benefits are described on the UChicago Medicine benefits website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
