Sterile Processing Technician

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
• Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius
• Department: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: Evening shift l Full-time

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Decontaminate soiled surgical instruments, containers and equipment to maintain a safe and sterile environment for patient care.
• Operate sterilization equipment and meticulously inspect instruments to ensure optimal cleanliness and functionality during procedures.
• Assemble and verify instrument sets using tracking systems to provide surgical teams with complete and accurate tools for every case.
• Manage and maintain proper inventory levels to guarantee the timely availability of supplies for surgical case carts.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Decontaminate soiled surgical instruments, containers and equipment to maintain a safe and sterile environment for patient care.
• Operate sterilization equipment and meticulously inspect instruments to ensure optimal cleanliness and functionality during procedures.
• Assemble and verify instrument sets using tracking systems to provide surgical teams with complete and accurate tools for every case.
• Manage and maintain proper inventory levels to guarantee the timely availability of supplies for surgical case carts.

Qualifications

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.