Location: Orthopaedic Institute Surgery Center, Metropolis, Illinois
Address: 1811 E 5th Street, Metropolis, IL 62960
Orthopaedic Institute Surgery Center, located in Metropolis, Illinois, provides high-quality, patient-focused outpatient surgical care. The center is proudly partnered with Compass Surgical Partners, a national leader in ambulatory surgery center development and management. OISC Website.
Through this partnership, the center combines the clinical excellence of a respected system with Compass’s innovative operational expertise. With three ORs and dedicated minor procedure rooms, the center offers comprehensive orthopaedic services—from sports medicine and joint replacements to spine and plastic surgery. The result is a culture that values safety, efficiency, and compassion—for both patients and staff.
Role Summary:
The Central Processing Sterile Technician is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, and storing surgical instruments and equipment. This role ensures the operating team has the tools needed for safe, effective patient care, directly supporting the perioperative process and overall patient safety
Hours:
Monday–Friday schedule
No nights, weekends, holidays, or call
What You’ll Do:
Clean, inspect, sterilize, and package instruments and equipment according to standards
Assemble instrument trays and maintain accurate labeling and storage
Operate sterilizers, washers, and related equipment safely and effectively
Monitor and maintain sterile supply inventory; check for outdated or compromised items
Support patient safety, infection prevention, and quality improvement initiatives
Communicate effectively with teammates, physicians, and other staff
Maintain a clean, orderly, and compliant sterile processing work area
What You’ll Bring:
High school diploma or GED required
Prior experience in sterile processing preferred
CRCST certification preferred
Current BLS certification
Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
Frequent standing, walking, and lifting
Occasional stooping, kneeling, or climbing
Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs (occasionally up to 100 lbs)
Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, and sterilization equipment in a fast-paced environment
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate (based on experience and qualifications)
Supportive, collaborative, and growing environment
Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k
Why Compass Surgical Partners?
Compass Surgical Partners is a leading, independent, full-service ambulatory surgery center (ASC) development and management partner. An exclusive partner for premier health systems, Compass has built a nationwide portfolio of ASC joint ventures with health systems and physicians. Compass’ experienced leadership team has developed more than 250 ASCs over the past three decades, making it the partner of choice for high-performance ASCs. Differentiated by a proven track record of success and an agile, aligned operating model, Compass Surgical Partners aims to create strong partnerships that improve the lives of patients and providers. Learn more at www.compass-sp.com.
Compass Surgical Partners is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or hiring process, please contact us directly at [email protected].