Sterile Processing Technician
About The Position
Instrumentum is hiring Sterile Processing Technicians for our off-site reprocessing center in Elmhurst, IL. This role focuses on reprocessing surgical instruments for partner hospitals and surgery centers. Unlike a hospital setting, instruments arrive on a transport schedule, allowing for a more predictable workflow. While still fast-paced due to high volume, the work is planned with a defined process and known schedule, eliminating the pressure of immediate OR turnover. The position involves the full cycle of sterile processing, from receiving and decontamination to sterilization, packaging, storage, and shipping. Technicians will utilize various equipment and follow strict protocols to ensure instruments are cleaned, inspected, assembled, and sterilized according to manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs), industry standards (ANSI/AAMI), and the company's Quality Management System. Tracking instruments in Censitrac and adhering to protocols for non-conforming items are key aspects of the role. The environment is a climate-controlled facility with controlled access, and no direct patient contact is involved.
Requirements
- 1+ year of hands-on sterile processing experience — hospital SPD, ambulatory surgery center, or off-site reprocessing facility.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Working knowledge of decontamination, tray assembly, and steam sterilization.
- Comfort reading and following IFUs, SOPs, and count sheets.
- Willingness to complete required vaccinations and health screenings.
Nice To Haves
- CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician, HSPA) or CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician, CBSPD).
- CIS, CSIS, CER, CFER, or CASSPT certification.
- Orthopedic instrumentation, loaner tray, and consignment tray experience.
- Censitrac, SPM, or other instrument tracking software.
- Flexible endoscope reprocessing experience.
Responsibilities
- Receive, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, sterilize, package, store, build case carts, and ship surgical instruments.
- Decontaminate surgical instrumentation using manual cleaning, ultrasonic, washer-disinfectors, and cart washers, following each device’s manufacturer IFU.
- Disassemble, clean, and reassemble complex surgical instruments.
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, and damage, then assemble trays and sets to count sheets.
- Package sets using wrap, rigid containers, and peel pouches with the correct chemical indicators and labeling.
- Run steam and low-temperature sterilization cycles, verify cycle parameters, and document load records and biological monitoring results.
- Process orthopedic sets, loaner trays, and consignment instrumentation.
- Track every set in Censitrac, from receipt through return to the client facility.
- Follow the protocol for non-conforming instruments — document it, escalate it, do not pass it along.
- Work to ANSI/AAMI standards, manufacturer IFUs, and our Quality Management System, SOPs, and Work Instructions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first of the month after your start date.
- Company-paid life insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off that starts accruing on day one, beginning at 10 days and increasing with tenure.
- 9 paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
