Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Description

Illinois Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery Center, located in Morton Grove, is currently seeking a Certified Sterile Processing Technician. The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for sterilization and maintenance of instrumentation and equipment in an efficient, safe and sanitary manner. Follows established policy and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements. Maintains quality controls.

1. Maintains supplies and equipment as needed for SPD in accordance with established policies and procedures and all manufacture guidelines.

2. Organize storage of supplies for efficient handling. Maintain catalog of procedure trays.

3. Maintain instrument room areas in a safe, orderly and sanitary condition.

4. Appropriately label all supplies and equipment for sterilization.

5. Maintain instruments and equipment to assure proper function and integrity.

6. Perform and log all necessary testing in the SPD department in accordance with all established policies and procedures.

7. Assist with preparing instruments for the OR and prioritizes instrumentation for turnover.

8. Works with OR staff ensure all loaner trays and equipment are in the facility and processed in a timely manner.

9. Creates and maintains a safe and comfortable environment in the SPD department

10. Maintains current knowledge if AMII regulations as it relates to the sterilization and supplies.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent. Previous SPT experience and certification required or able and willing to acquire certification within 12 months of hire.

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week):  medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.