Job Description
Job Description
World Nurses is seeking a travel Sterile Processing Technician for a travel job in Arcata, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Sterile Processing Technician
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days, evenings, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
We’re hiring across the U.S. and welcoming qualified candidates from multiple states , with exciting work opportunities available nationwide. Multi-location applicants are encouraged , and you’ll enjoy guaranteed weekly direct deposit , plus overtime and holiday pay at premium rates —reliable pay, flexible locations, and great rewards all in one opportunity.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician for a quick-start contract assignment . This role is critical to ensuring the proper decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment in accordance with industry standards and facility policies.
Contract Details
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
- Hours: 40 hours per week guaranteed
- Exceptions may apply during major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s)
- On-Call: Shared call rotation required
Key Responsibilities
- Perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instruments
- Operate and maintain sterilization equipment according to protocols
- Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards
- Track and document instrument processing using the facility’s system
- Collaborate with surgical services and clinical staff to ensure timely instrument availability
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of Sterile Processing experience
- Certification: Required (e.g., CRCST or equivalent)
- Health Requirements: Current TB clearance required
- License: State license not required
Specialty Information
- Specialty: Sterile Processing
- Sub-Specialty: Sterile Processing Technologist
Technology & Systems
- EMR/System Used: CPSI / Evident
Additional Notes
- Holiday coverage not required
- This is a fast-paced role requiring attention to detail and strict adherence to sterilization standards
Please note: Only candidates who meet all minimum qualifications and required certifications will be considered.\n
About World Nurses
World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled
healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with
opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We
believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our
business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in
placement.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Relocation bonus
Job Tags
Contract work, Work experience placement, Relocation package, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,