PRN Sterile Processing Tech

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 31-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are looking for a meticulous sterile processing technician to be responsible for the sterilization and cleaning of medical equipment instruments and supplies. The sterile processing technicians responsibilities include retrieving contaminated supplies and delivering sterile supplies maintaining inventory and preparing sterile instrument trays for surgeries.

To be a successful sterile processing technician you should be meticulous with strong attention to detail. You should have a good working knowledge of a variety of sterilization techniques and be able to work with fragile equipment.

Sterile Processing Technician 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.

Sterile Processing Technician Requirements:

Certification in sterile processing in ambulatory surgery setting
Technical skills and familiarity with sterilization techniques
A High School diploma or equivalent
Strong attention to detail vigilance and meticulous care on the job
Passion for keeping people safe
Good judgment and critical-thinking skills
Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment
The ability to work well in a team or independently.

Sterile Processing Technician 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.