Allied - Sterile Processing Tech - IL (NCH) job in Arlington Heights, IL

Responsibilities: 
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..

Compensation: 
Pay: Starting at $20/hr. (base rate).  Rate will increase if experienced based on internal equity.
Sign On Bonus: (With 2+ years’ exp.): $5,000 - $7,500 (depends on shift) - A one year agreement will need to be signed
Tuition Reimbursement: $5,500 FT; $2,000 PT- (eligible after 6 months for both)

Requirements: 
Certification: Certification in sterile processing techniques by accredited organization within one year of hire.    
Licensure: N/A    
Experience: 2 years minimum    
Education: HS Diploma or equivalent; Graduate of a sterile processing tech program preferred.    
    
Preferred:    
Neuro experience and Flexible endoscope experience preferred.    
    
About the Unit:     
What opportunities for career progression and growth exist?:     Uncertified tech, certified tech, lead tech, instrument coordinators, educators, supervisor, asst. manager, manager, director
What type of personality works well in this department?:     Service oriented, detail oriented