Sterile Processing Technician (Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue)

SIPS Consults

Chicago, IL

Full-Time

Job Description

Our team is hiring local Sterile Processing Technicians to support our growing team. The sterile processing technician's responsibilities include retrieving contaminated supplies and delivering sterile supplies, maintaining inventory, and preparing sterile instrument trays for surgeries, examinations, and procedures.

We're looking for a self-starter who can manage their time effectively. The role requires drive and a sense of accountability because the day-to-day working environment will involve very little direct supervision.

Shift: Sat/Sun (6am - 6pm), Mon/Tue (3pm- 11:30pm)

Responsibilities:

Collecting used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
Manually cleaning supplies of contaminants, removing waste matter, and operating and maintaining decontamination equipment.
Preparing and packing decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
Monitoring and operating sterilization equipment.
Examining supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
Sterilizing, preparing, wrapping, and organizing equipment into instrument trays for use during medical procedures.
Preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures, and medical carts.
Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance, and supplies.
Controlling the inventory, reordering supplies, and checking expiration dates.

Requirements

Sterile Processing Technician Qualifications / Skills:

Use of medical technologies
Creating a safe, effective environment
Proven ability to work within a team.
Good oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of and commitment to quality improvement.
Sterilizing Technology internal and external courses attendance.
Flexible approach to work practices.
Computer literacy.

Sterile Processing Technician Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3-4 years’ experience in a Sterile Processing Department required.
Certified SPD Technician
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand medical terminology in order to
follow written instructions and complete various forms and records regarding
equipment’s processing and preparation of equipment’s.
Must be able to regularly lift to 30 lbs., stoop, bend, pull, and place and retrieve material.

Benefits

Shift: Sat/Sun (6am - 6pm), Mon/Tue (3pm- 11:30pm)

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