Sterilizing Tech II Full-time Rotating

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•DeKalb, IL

2d•$19 - $28

About The Position

The Sterilizing Tech II reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards. The role disassembles, cleans, assembles, sterilizes, and stores procedure trays, instruments, equipment, and supplies according to established procedures and infection-control practices. It also fulfills requests to dispense supplies directly to Operating Rooms and maintains department supply inventory.

Requirements

At least 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.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of experience.

Responsibilities

Provide accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers, address questions and concerns or identify appropriate resources, and assist with directions.
Use service recovery skills to resolve problems or service breakdowns.
Support coworkers within and across departments; communicate effectively and respectfully, and acknowledge others’ contributions.
Maintain and update department reports.
Dispense sterile supplies and trays to hospital departments.
Assemble case carts accurately.
Communicate with inventory specialties regarding supplies.
Perform quality control functions.
Disassemble and clean instruments and equipment using proper technique.
Assemble instrument trays accurately using the instrument tracking system.
Keep assigned work areas clean and organized.
Sterilize instruments and supplies using the correct method.
Complete sterilization documentation.
Prioritize workload.
Perform other duties as assigned.