Sterile Processing Technician Job at SIPS Consults, Chicago, IL

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  • SIPS Consults
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Our team is hiring local and traveling 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.

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

  • 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

  • Flexible approach to work practices

  • Computer literacy

Sterile Processing Technician Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 1-2 years’ experience in a Sterile Processing Department required.

  • Certified SPD Technician- HSPA/IAHCSMM, CBSPD

  • 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., stand for 8 hours, stoop, bend, pull and retrieve material.


Benefits

LOCAL STARTING PAY RATE: $20.00/ per hour


CORE VALUES: Professionalism · Respect · Integrity · Drive

Why SIPS?

  • Dedicated recruiters
  • Optional worksite locations
  • Health and Welfare Benefits
  • Company-paid long-term disability (LTD) and Term Life coverage
  • 401K (company match up to 3%)
  • EAP- Employee Assistance Program
  • Certification renewal support
  • Contract extensions
  • Growth opportunities



Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Contract work, Local area, Flexible hours,

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