Travel Sterile Processing Technician Jobs – Acute-Care Hospital in Chico, California

Join a hospital-based sterile processing team in Chico, California, as an experienced Sterile Processing Technician for an 8-week travel healthcare assignment. Support safe, efficient surgical and procedural care by preparing, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing medical instruments and equipment. This consistent 40-hour-per-week opportunity offers the chance to work in a welcoming Northern California community known for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and vibrant local culture.

Travel Sterile Processing Technician Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,540-$1,650
• Location: Chico, California 95926
• Healthcare Setting: Acute-care hospital
• Assignment Type: Travel healthcare job
• Start Date: October 6, 2026
• End Date: December 1, 2026
• Contract Duration: 8 weeks
• Schedule: 1:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.; 8-hour shifts with varied days off
• Hours: 40 hours per week

Sterile Processing Technician Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician, Central Service Technician, or similar sterile processing professional in an acute-care setting
• Current CPR certification
• Current certification through CBSPD, HSPA, or an equivalent sterile processing credential is preferred
• Strong knowledge of sterile processing procedures, infection prevention practices, surgical instrument handling, and medical equipment processing
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with perioperative, operating room, and hospital teams
• Successful completion of prior travel assignments is preferred

Sterile Processing Technician Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, assemble, package, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and medical equipment
• Prepare instrument trays and sterile supplies for surgical procedures and other clinical departments
• Operate sterilization and sterile processing equipment according to established procedures
• Verify instrument functionality, packaging integrity, sterilization indicators, and expiration requirements
• Maintain accurate records related to sterilization, instrument processing, and equipment operations
• Follow hospital policies, infection prevention standards, and applicable sterile processing guidelines
• Communicate promptly with operating room and clinical staff regarding instrument availability, quality concerns, or processing issues

Apply now for this Sterile Processing Technician travel assignment in Chico, California, and join a dedicated hospital healthcare team in Northern California.

Benefits

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Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.