Certified Sterile Processing Tech - Nights

Nevada System of Higher Education·Arlington Heights, Illinois

$21 - $30/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Practice for this role

Certified Sterile Processing Tech - Nights · $21 - $30/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+10% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Arlington Heights, Illinois ($18.84/hr, n=34)

34 similar openings in the Arlington Heights area · median $18.84/hr

$15.50/hr · lowesthighest · $213/hr

this role: $20.69/hrmedian $18.84/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 34 posted support services roles in Arlington Heights, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 10% above the Arlington Heights, Illinois median for support services roles.

Provide sterile processed materials and equipment to hospital facilities. Execute procedures for decontamination, assembly, packaging, and surgical case cart setup to ensure quality patient care.

Hourly Pay Range

$20.69 - $30.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Certified Sterile Processing Technician-Sterile Processing Department-Nights

Position Highlights

Bonus: 5K Sign On for 1 or more years experience in Sterile Processing
Position: Certified Sterile Processing Tech
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
Full
Time/Part
Time: 40 hours per week
Hours: 11:00pm-7:30am, rotating weekends and holidays

What you will need

Education: GED/High School Equivalent required
Certification: Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) strongly preferred
Experience: Two years of sterile processing or operating room experience in surgical instrumentation preferred

What you will do

Provide hospital and affiliated facilities with sterile processed materials and equipment
Execute established procedures for decontamination assembly, packaging sterilization and surgical case cart set up practices by ensuring quality product for patient care
Follow established procedures to ensure decontamination completion
Place sterile items in appropriate areas for distribution, ensuring the items are accurately labeled by department

Benefits

Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities

Requirements

Requires a GED or High School equivalent and strongly prefers certification from CBSPD or IAHCSMM. Two years of experience in sterile processing or operating room surgical instrumentation is preferred.

high school
professional certificate
Quality Control
Patient Care
Decontamination
Material Distribution
Sterile Processing
Surgical Instrumentation
Case Cart Setup
Packaging Sterilization

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $21 - $30/hr
Location: Arlington Heights, Illinois
Posted: Jul 3, 2026
Application: Employer website

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