Sterile Processing Technician II - Cancer Center-Full-Time, 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. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
The Sterile Processing Technician II will be responsible for preparing OR surgical case carts and performing decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of reprocessable supplies, equipment, and surgical instruments in compliance with hospital standards. This role requires knowledge of all sterilization modalities, monitoring of sterilization processes, and use of instrument tracking systems. Staff are expected to rotate across all processing areas and may be required to work weekends and holidays.
Essential Job Functions
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
Required Qualifications
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
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full Time, 1.0 FTE
Shift: Evening
Work Location: Onsite – Cancer Center
Unit/Department: Central Sterile Processing
CBA Code: 743 Clerical

Skills
Onboarding