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Sterile Processing Technician Travel Contract – Columbus, Ohio

Sterile Processing Technician travel contract in Columbus, Ohio, for an experienced CRCST or CBSPD professional in a Level I trauma environment.

Join a high-acuity acute-care team as a Sterile Processing Technician (Central Sterile Technician) in Columbus, Ohio. This 13-week hospital travel contract is ideal for an experienced professional who is confident across all areas of sterile processing and ready to contribute in a busy Level I trauma environment. Columbus offers an energetic blend of vibrant neighborhoods, excellent dining, cultural attractions, parks, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Sterile Processing Technician Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,080–$1,160
• Location: Columbus, Ohio 43210; on-site
• Assignment: 13-week travel contract
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8-hour evening shifts
• Shift: 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m., Monday–Friday
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Healthcare Setting: High-volume acute-care hospital and Level I trauma environment
• Additional Scheduling: Floating between multiple system locations may be required

Sterile Processing Technician Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of recent sterile processing experience; first-time travelers with a minimum of 3 years of experience are welcome
• Current CBSPD certification or CRCST certification through HSPA/IAHCSMM
• Medivator experience is required
• Demonstrated experience in a busy acute-care hospital, trauma, or comparable surgical environment
• Experience with decontamination, instrument assembly, sterilization, high-level disinfection, and scope reprocessing
• Experience with steam and STERRAD sterilization, biological and chemical indicators, ultrasonic cleaners, washers, and sterilizers
• Proficiency with Censitrac or a comparable instrument-tracking system
• Experience with surgical instruments and equipment including robotic systems, drills, endoscopes, bronchoscopes, laparoscopic equipment, orthopedic trays, and loaner instrumentation
• Trauma Level II experience required; Level I experience preferred
• Epic or comparable documentation system experience preferred
• Flu vaccination required; medical exemptions may be considered
• Two professional references required, including at least one reference from a manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader
• Ability to complete Ohio fingerprinting and credentialing requirements promptly after acceptance

Sterile Processing Responsibilities

• Decontaminate a broad range of surgical equipment, including drills, robotic instruments, endoscopes, and specialty devices
• Clean, inspect, organize, and assemble instrument sets for multiple surgical service lines, including trauma, orthopedics, cardiovascular, neurology, transplant, urology, OB/GYN, ophthalmology, and general surgery
• Prepare loaner instruments, peel packs, case carts, trays, and supplies according to established specifications and preference cards
• Perform steam sterilization, STERRAD sterilization, high-level disinfection, and scope reprocessing using Medivator equipment
• Complete sterilization testing, monitoring, labeling, wrapping, documentation, and equipment records accurately
• Maintain sterile storage areas and ensure properly processed instrumentation is delivered to points of use aseptically
• Use Censitrac to track instruments and support accurate inventory and equipment documentation
• Serve as a clinical liaison between Operating Room teams and sterile processing locations to coordinate instrumentation needs
• Support standardization, procurement, and organization of instrument trays across multiple sites
• Follow infection prevention, aseptic technique, safety, and quality standards in every stage of the reprocessing workflow

Apply now for this Sterile Processing Technician travel contract in Columbus, Ohio, and join a high-acuity hospital team today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.