Sterile Processing Tech Jobs in Illinois
Sterile Processing Tech jobs in Illinois are open across Elmhurst, Glenview, and Kankakee and other Illinois metros, with employers like Endeavor Health, Riverside Healthcare, and Advocate Aurora Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Hourly Pay Range:
$23.24 - $34.86 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
- Position: Lead Sterile Processing Tech
- Location: Glenview, IL
- Full Time/Part Time: 40 hours per week
- Hours: 9:00am-5:30pm Rotating Weekends and Holidays Required
What you will need:
- License: N/A
- Education: High school Diploma or GED required
- Certification: Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (previously known as IAHCMM) upon hire.
- Required Experience: Two (2) years’ experience in healthcare sterile processing (or surgical/procedural area)
- Preferred: Two (2) years’ experience as a lead or experience in staff education
- Skills: Proficiency in Outlook Required
What you will do:
- Assist in running the department when supervisor is unavailable.
- Ability to inform management items and supplies needed to order, and assist in locating any needed instrumentation and to adjust work flow as needed to keep up with OR demand.
- Oversee the departmental needs on a daily basis.
- 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 (For full time or part time positions):
- 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
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Sterile Processing Tech Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Endeavor Health5

- Riverside Healthcare2

- Advocate Aurora Health1

- Carle Health1

- Trinity Health1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sterile processing tech jobs across Illinois.
- CRCST certification through IAHCSMM or CBSPD equivalent preferred or required
- Hands-on experience with steam and low-temperature sterilization methods including ETO and hydrogen peroxide
- Proficiency operating and troubleshooting autoclave equipment such as STERIS or Getinge units
- Knowledge of AORN and AAMI standards for instrument decontamination and sterilization
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods in a fast-paced environment
- High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited sterile processing training program
Sterile Processing Tech Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many sterile processing tech jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 10+ sterile processing tech openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Elmhurst, Glenview, and Kankakee. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do sterile processing teches make in Illinois?
Sterile processing teches in Illinois earn a median of about $48,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,280 for the lowest 10% to over $66,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most sterile processing tech jobs?
Elmhurst, Glenview, and Kankakee have the most sterile processing tech openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire sterile processing techs in Illinois?
Employers hiring sterile processing techs in Illinois include Endeavor Health, Riverside Healthcare, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote sterile processing tech jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 0% of sterile processing tech openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for sterile processing tech jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to sterile processing tech jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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