Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Hoffman Estates, IL

A Sterile Supply Technician, also known as a Central Processing Technician or Sterile Processing Technician, plays a crucial role in the medical technology industry by ensuring that all surgical tools and supplies are sterilized and ready for use. These professionals are responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. They also examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair. Their goal is to prevent infections and ensure patient safety by properly decontaminating, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and devices.

Important skills for a Sterile Supply Technician include meticulous attention to detail, understanding of sterilization techniques, and the ability to follow strict protocols and regulations. They should also have good manual dexterity, physical stamina, and the ability to work well in a team. Required certifications typically include the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification or the Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification. Before becoming a Sterile Supply Technician, a person may have job roles such as a Medical Equipment Preparer, Operating Room Assistant, or Medical Assistant.

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STERILE PROCESSING TECH II - 3p-1130p

  • Aurora Healthcare
  • Park Ridge, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 1 day ago

protocol when in decontam. 3)Sets up decontamination equipment for operation and ensures proper function and continuous work flow throughout the shift....

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Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time PM Shift

  • Aurora Healthcare
  • Barrington, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Barrington, IL
  • 2 days ago

Performance of all equipment in Sterile Processing: Steam sterilizer, VPRO Max etc. 1)Demonstrates independent function in ensuring that sterility is achieved utilizing the appropriate sterilization...

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Sterile Processing Tech - Evenings

  • 1201 Northwest Community Hospital
  • Arlington Heights, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Sterile Processing Technician-Sterile Processing Department- Evenings Position Highlights: Bonus: 2k Sign On for 2 or more years' experience in Sterile Processing Position: Sterile Processing Tech Location...

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Lead Sterile Processing Tech - Evenings

  • 1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Provide hospital and affiliated facilities with sterile processed materials and equipment Execute established procedures for decontamination assembly, packaging sterilization and surgical case cart...

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Sterile Processing Tech - Midshift

  • 1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations
  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 6 days ago

preferred What you will do: Provide hospital and affiliated facilities with sterile processed materials and equipment Execute established procedures for decontamination assembly, packaging sterilization...

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Retina Surgery Center, LLC
  • Niles, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Niles, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Company Overview At Retina Institute of Illinois, we believe in providing compassionate and conscientious retinal care to our patients, with the goal of improving eyesight and preventing loss of...

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Sterile Processing Tech - Days

  • 1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 8 days ago

preferred What you will do: Provide hospital and affiliated facilities with sterile processed materials and equipment Execute established procedures for decontamination assembly, packaging sterilization...

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Sterile Processing Tech II Registry

  • Trinity Health Corporation
  • Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 10 days ago

What you'll do: The Certified Sterile Processing Technician decontaminates instruments, assembles trays and/or equipment, and sterilizes instrument trays for prescribed patient procedures....

In Person Part Time

Sterile Processing Technician - Endoscopy Part Time Day Shift

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Libertyville, IL (13 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (13 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 16 days ago

processing students....

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Sterile Processing Technician faculty - (PTSPT-25)

  • Oakton Community College
  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Students will learn sterile processing techniques and procedures related to equipment maintenance and efficacy, disinfection, instrument decontamination and preparation for transportation to work areas...

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Sterile Processing Tech

  • Health Advocates Network, Inc.
  • Arlington Heights, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

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Certified Sterile Processing Tech - Evenings

  • Endeavor Health
  • Elmhurst, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Certified Sterile Processing Technician-Sterile Processing Department- Evenings Position Highlights: Position: Sterile Processing Tech Location: Elmhurst, IL Full Time/Part Time: 40 hours per week Hours...

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Sterile Processing Tech- Part Time Nights

  • Northwestern Memorial HealthCare
  • Lake Forest, IL (15 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (15 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Cleans, disinfects, decontaminates and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment using appropriate methods, substances and equipment....

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Cert Sterile Processing Technician II

  • UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Performs decontamination of soiled instruments, sterilization containers, and equipment according to instructions for use (IFUs) and established protocols....

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Overnight- Lead Sterile Processing Technician

  • UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange
  • Saint Charles, IL (17 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (17 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Rotates assignments among various areas within the department, including decontamination, surgical tray assembly, sterilization processes, and equipment management....

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Demographic Data for Hoffman Estates, IL

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Hoffman Estates, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Hoffman Estates, IL offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
27.9%
Associate's Degree
22.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
19.6%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sterile Supply Technicians in Hoffman Estates, IL
1-2 years
39.2%
None
24.9%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
4-6 years
14.6%
2-4 years
3.0%


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