Certified Sterile Processing Tech
Ascension, Elk Grove Village, IL, United States
Location
Elk Grove Village, IL
Facility
Ascension Alexian Brothers
Department
Sterile Processing
Schedule
Evening shift | Full-time
Salary
$21.23 - $29.59 per hour
Benefits
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
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up‑to‑date details during the hiring process.
Responsibilities
Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determine need for repair/replacement, validate completeness of set, and facilitate effective sterilization.
Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
Perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers.
Ability to work Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. and rotating weekends and holidays.
Minimum Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration
One or more of the following required:
Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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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Elk Grove Village, IL
Facility
Ascension Alexian Brothers
Department
Sterile Processing
Schedule
Evening shift | Full-time
Salary
$21.23 - $29.59 per hour
Benefits
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
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up‑to‑date details during the hiring process.
Responsibilities
Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical instruments and instrument sets to ensure quality, determine need for repair/replacement, validate completeness of set, and facilitate effective sterilization.
Operate sterilization equipment and inspect instruments, equipment, and containers to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
Perform decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols.
Correct instrument sets according to current standards, established count sheets and/or instrument tracking systems.
Maintain proper levels of inventory to ensure availability for case carts.
Perform regular quality assurance program audits of peers.
Ability to work Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. and rotating weekends and holidays.
Minimum Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration
One or more of the following required:
Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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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