Sterile Processing Technician Certified

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Day (United States of America)

Outpatient Center in Westchester

• Wraps, seals, and labels articles for identification, sterilization, and distribution.

• Decontaminates and cleans equipment according to established guidelines and policies.

• Inspects instruments for proper working condition and identifies items for repair.

• Assembles and accounts for all instruments trays according to the established tray listing

• Monitors sterilizers by checking indicators and charts to ensure proper functioning and processing of the sterilizer units.

• Logs data pertaining to the biological and chemical indicators in relation to the sterilizer operations and according to the established Lurie Children’s policies.

• Completes duties associated with the soiled utility rounds and assists where needed with a situation requiring immediate attention.

• Adheres to established guidelines and procedures of Lurie Children’s and ensures a clean, organized and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA standards.

• Coordinates routine activities between surgical suite personnel to include adjustments to schedules.

• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation,   service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

•   Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the       use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the   responsibilities of the role. 

• Able to work with computer systems and to scan all steps of cleaning and sterilization process utilizing the established inventory system

• Able to construct case carts according to preference cards

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.

• Sterile Processing Technician Certification is required

• Minimum of one (1) year of related work experience in healthcare setting strongly preferred

• Requires successful completion of the established in-house training program within six months of hire.

• Ability to foster a team approach in daily work activities and demonstrates independent judgment when addressing nursing/physicians staff concerns.

• Demonstrated analytical ability to monitor and interpret surgical procedure terminology and correlating physician preferences.

• Demonstrated problem solving skills necessary to address general trouble shooting situations.

• Demonstrated ability to lead employees in a productive manner consistent with the goal of the department.

• Ability to communicate effectively with other medical staff personnel and the public.

• Ability to provide and follow oral and written instructions and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range

$22.25-$36.38 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org

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