Sterilizing Tech II Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Winfield, IL

About The Position

The Sterilizing Tech II supports Northwestern Medicine’s patient-first mission and follows the organization’s Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, applicable policies and procedures, and regulatory and accreditation standards. The role disassembles, cleans, assembles, sterilizes, and stores procedure trays, instruments, equipment, and supplies according to prescribed procedures and established infection-control practices. It also dispenses supplies 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 promptly, or identify the appropriate person and resources to help.
Help patients and customers find their way by providing directions or other assistance.
Use service recovery skills to resolve problems or service breakdowns.
Support co-workers within and across departments, communicate effectively, respect differing opinions and styles, 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 about supplies.
Perform quality control functions.
Disassemble and clean instruments and equipment using proper techniques.
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.