IL Sterile Process Technician I

Sterile Processing Technician

Shift: PRN

Compensation: $16.25 - $24.38

Help Keep Patient Care Safe Behind the Scenes

At Deaconess Illinois, every successful procedure begins with properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared instruments. As a PRN Sterile Processing Technician, you'll play a critical role in supporting our surgical and procedural teams by ensuring equipment is safe, sterile, and ready when patients need it most.

If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and take pride in doing work that directly impacts patient safety, we'd love to have you on our team.

• Clean, inspect, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Operate sterilization equipment while following established infection prevention standards.
• Monitor and document sterilization cycles to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
• Identify damaged or malfunctioning instruments and coordinate repairs or replacement.
• Maintain inventory levels and organize sterile supplies.
• Work collaboratively with Surgery, Endoscopy, and other clinical departments to meet patient care needs.
• Follow all hospital safety, infection control, and regulatory guidelines.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Previous Sterile Processing experience preferred but not required.

Certification

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification preferred or obtained within the timeframe required by department policy.

• Flexible PRN scheduling
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a hospital setting
• Modern equipment and ongoing education opportunities
• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of our communities

Whether you're an experienced Sterile Processing Technician or looking to grow your career in healthcare, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Apply today and help ensure every patient receives the safest care possible at Deaconess Illinois.

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