Travel Sterile Processing Technician - $1,630 per week
Long Beach, CA, 90899, USA
- $8 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- sterile processing technician
- surgical instrument sterilization
- infection control
The Sterile Processing Technician supervises the sterilization and assembly of surgical instruments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This role includes managing staff schedules, performing quality audits, and coordinating with other departments to support surgical services. The position requires leadership experience in healthcare sterilization, knowledge of infection control, and proficiency in compliance and equipment maintenance.
Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel Sterile Processing Technician for a travel job in Long Beach, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Sterile Processing Technician
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
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 : 2 years
Travel required : No travel required
Shift timings : Evening
Integrated Healthcare Services Job ID #36571272. 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 Technician




