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Sterile Processing Instructor Jobs in Chicago, IL

SIPS Healthcare

CSPD Supervisor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$62K - $72K/yr

The ideal CSPD Sterile Processing Supervisor is a strong, people-centered leader who can ... instructor. * Provides ongoing feedback to staff concerning performance and collaborates with ...

SIPS Healthcare Solutions

CSPD Supervisor

Chicago, IL · On-site

Join our team as a CSPD Sterile Processing Supervisor and help leada high-performing department ... instructor. * Provides ongoing feedback to staff concerningperformance andcollaborates with ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for sterile processing instructor in Chicago, IL is $28.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.58 and $34.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sterile Processing Instructor job?

A Sterile Processing Instructor is responsible for educating and training students or staff in sterile processing techniques, ensuring they understand how to properly clean, sterilize, assemble, and distribute medical instruments. They develop lesson plans, conduct hands-on training, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Additionally, they may prepare students for certification exams and reinforce best practices in infection control and patient safety.

What are some of the main responsibilities of a Sterile Processing Instructor on a day-to-day basis?

As a Sterile Processing Instructor, your primary role is to teach and guide students through the principles and practical applications of sterilization, decontamination, and instrumentation used in healthcare settings. You will develop lesson plans, lead classroom and hands-on training sessions, assess student performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards and accreditation requirements. Additionally, you often collaborate with clinical sites for externships and stay current with changes in sterilization practices to keep curriculum relevant. This dynamic role offers the chance to make a direct impact on the quality of patient care by shaping the next generation of sterile processing professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Sterile Processing Instructor position, and why are they important?

A Sterile Processing Instructor should have deep knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control, and medical instrumentation, usually supported by certification such as CRCST or CSPDT and prior experience in sterile processing. Familiarity with industry-standard sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and quality assurance protocols is vital. Strong communication, teaching abilities, and patience are essential soft skills for effectively training and mentoring students. These competencies are important to ensure that future sterile processing technicians are well-prepared to maintain patient safety and follow healthcare facility standards.

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Infographic showing various Sterile Processing Instructor job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, and 62% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $58,910 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Sterile Processing Technician Instructor

Triton College, IL

River Grove, IL • On-site

$1.0K/wk

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Posting Number
S00469P
Position Title
Sterile Processing Technician Instructor
Position Type
Adjunct Faculty
Department
Health Careers
Essential Function
Directly responsible to the Department Chairperson or appropriate administrator
Qualifications
Licensure: Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Experience: Minimum of two (2) years work experience as either a surgical technologist or a sterile processing technician
Responsibilities
1. Utilizes active learning and student success strategies in the classroom.
2. Keeps up-to-date in teaching area/discipline including licenses, training or certificates as applicable.
3. Teaches to pre-approved course objectives.
4. Instructs students in the facts and skills pertaining to the assigned course(s).
5. Considers the general and special needs of all students, and when necessary, seeks additional help from and/or refers students to other college support services.
6. Electronically submit syllabi to appropriate department or division office.
7. Creates, updates, and distributes to all students every semester a course syllabus according to the format required by Board policy.
8. Prepares and delivers according to assigned schedule a final exam unless exception is preapproved by Dean.
9. Submits midterm enrollment verification forms and final grade reports, notices, attendance records by due dates and any other reports pertaining to assigned course within fourteen days.
10. Informs department chairperson/program coordinator and dean in writing of any pending problem the instructor is aware or should be aware of that may have a detrimental effect on department, school, or college.
11. Keeps students informed of course progress both verbally and electronically as appropriate.
12. Informs students of relevant educational and occupational opportunities.
13. Commits best resources to success of all of students by recognizing, understanding and embracing diversity.
14. Conducts classes as scheduled and approved by dean's office.
15. Cooperates with department chairperson/program coordinator, department members, and the appropriate administrators in the development of curriculum, in the preparation and update of course syllabi, course outlines, selection of textbooks and assessment activities.
16. Welcome to attend regular department/program meetings and college meetings as available.
17. Holds office hours for students as outlined in course syllabus and in space available by college.
18. Utilizes appropriate written and oral communication skills.
19. Understands and appropriately utilizes all instructional technology as available in classrooms and labs.
20. As appropriate maintains classroom and/or lab equipment in good order and, when needed, maintains an inventory of assigned equipment and supplies.
21. When needed, recommends library books and other instructional materials and places reading materials on reserve in the library.
22. Follows Student Handbook policies and procedures.
23. Performs other duties as requested or assigned. These other duties shall be restricted to those duties which the adjunct faculty member would or should normally perform for the current semester that they are assigned.
Posting Date
07/03/2025
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
1. Rate of pay of $1,030.00 LHE;
2. Official transcripts required prior to employment;
3. Recommended candidate for hire will be subject to pre-employment screenings;
4. Triton College is an EOE
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobopenings.triton.edu/postings/2085

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