Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel Sterile Processing Technician for a travel job in Elmhurst, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Sterile Processing Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Shift: 3rd Shift- 11:00pm-7:30am

Job Summary:
The Sterile Processing Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations of sterile processing to ensure efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, and high-quality outcomes. This position leads a team of technicians to ensure that surgical instruments and equipment are cleaned, assembled, and sterilized according to standards, while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Job Responsibilities:
-Supervise sterile processing technicians and coordinate shift assignments to ensure adequate coverage and workflow.
-Monitor the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments.
-Oversee compliance with ANSI/AAMI standards, IFUs, and internal SOPs.
-Perform and review quality assurance audits and ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
-Train and mentor SPD staff, supporting professional development and competencies.
-Manage equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting in coordination with
maintenance teams.
-Collaborate with site leadership on timekeeping, scheduling, and operational goals.
-Work closely with other departments to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments.
-Promote safety, regulatory compliance, and infection control in all aspects of operations.
-Communicate customer service feedback and respond to concerns effectively.
-Assist in supply inventory management and reorder processes.
-Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and the monitoring of KPIs.
-Other duties as assigned by management.
-Direct supervision of all sterile processing staff during assigned shift.

Required Skills & Experience:
-Minimum of Three (3) years of sterile processing experience.
-Two (2) or more years in a supervisory or leadership role in healthcare or manufacturing environments.
-Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
-Knowledge of sterilization standards, OSHA regulations, and infection control practices.
-Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
-Familiarity with medical device reprocessing and general surgical instruments.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and timekeeping systems.
-Team-oriented with the ability to motivate and support staff.

Preferred Skills & Experience:
-N/A

Required Education:
-High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education:
-College degree or three-plus years of leadership experience.

Required Certifications & Licensure:
-Certification in sterile processing (CRCST).

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-Certification in sterile processing (CIS).
-Healthcare leadership certification (HSPA-CHL).

QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE
Work Authorization : US Citizen
Preferred years of experience : 3 years
Travel required : No travel required
Shift timings : Night

Integrated Healthcare Services Job ID #36627292. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Sterile Processing Coordinator