Travel Sterile Processing Tech - $1,500 to $1,700 per week in Northridge, CA - Now Hiring

Sterile Processing Tech Location: Northridge, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $1,500 to $1,700 per week Shift Information: Evenings - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Sterile Processing Tech in Northridge, California, 91343!

Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) | Northridge, CA | 13 Weeks Contract

Behind every successful surgery is a team making sure every instrument is exactly where it needs to be, perfectly prepared and properly sterilized. We’re looking for an experienced Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) to join a dedicated perioperative team in Northridge, CA.

If you have a sharp eye for detail, take patient safety seriously, and can tell the difference between a Mayo stand and a mayonnaise stand, you’re already off to a great start.

Job Details

• Position: Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
• Location: Northridge, CA
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Evening Shift
• Schedule: 5×8
• Experience Required: 2 Years
• Weekly Pay: $1,500 to $1,700

Roles and Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and medical equipment
• Prepare instrument trays and case carts according to surgical specialty and procedure requirements
• Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment, including steam sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners, and washer-disinfectors
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, damage, and proper operation
• Perform biological, chemical, and mechanical monitoring of sterilization processes
• Maintain accurate sterilization records and instrument tracking documentation
• Ensure sterile supplies and instruments are available to operating rooms and procedural areas in a timely manner
• Collaborate closely with OR staff, nurses, surgical technologists, and other clinical departments
• Identify damaged or malfunctioning instruments and coordinate appropriate repair or replacement
• Maintain inventory of sterile supplies and assist with restocking as needed
• Follow AAMI, OSHA, infection prevention, and facility-specific standards and procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sterile processing environment
• Participate in quality assurance and process improvement activities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Sterile Processing experience
• Current CRCST certification required by facility
• CSPDT certification may be accepted depending on facility requirements
• Current BLS Certification preferred or required by facility
• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation, decontamination, sterilization, and infection prevention
• Familiarity with instrument tracking systems and sterile processing documentation
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods and handle instrument trays safely
• Commitment to patient safety and quality standards

About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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