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Travel Sterile Processing Technician Jobs – Hospital Assignment in Portland, Oregon

Join a high-performing sterile processing team in Portland, Oregon, as a Sterile Processing Technician supporting safe, efficient surgical care. This 13-week travel healthcare assignment offers the opportunity to work in an acute-care hospital while contributing to the preparation, decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment used across a broad range of specialties. Portland is a vibrant Pacific Northwest city known for its beautiful parks, outdoor recreation, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving food and arts scene.

Sterile Processing Technician Job Details

• Location: Portland, Oregon
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel sterile processing assignment
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• End Date: January 18, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,060–$1,140
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift
• Shift: Evening shift, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
• Hours per Week: 40
• Openings: 2
• Scheduling: Block scheduling

Sterile Processing Technician Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of sterile processing experience in a healthcare facility; 3 years preferred
• National sterile processing certification through CBSPD or HSPA/IAHCSMM, such as CRCST or an equivalent credential
• Acute-care hospital experience required
• Experience using Epic required
• Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique, manual cleaning, decontamination, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and biological and chemical indicator testing
• Experience assembling instrument sets, trays, case carts, implants, and specialty equipment
• Knowledge of steam sterilization, immediate-use steam sterilization, low-temperature sterilization, ultrasonic cleaners, and washer/sterilizer equipment
• Experience reprocessing endoscopes and specialty devices is strongly preferred
• Previous charge, lead, or management experience is preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment and maintain accurate equipment documentation

Sterile Processing Responsibilities

• Perform daily central sterile processing duties in decontamination and instrument staging areas
• Clean, disinfect, inspect, assemble, wrap, label, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
• Prepare instrument sets, trays, case carts, and supplies for surgical and procedural areas
• Follow established procedures for biological, chemical, and sterilizer testing and monitoring
• Reprocess endoscopes, probes, and other specialty equipment according to manufacturer and department standards
• Maintain accurate records for sterilization cycles, equipment testing, instrument tracking, and quality assurance
• Support safe, timely instrument availability for multiple surgical specialties, including general, orthopedic, cardiovascular, neurological, urological, vascular, and robotic procedures
• Collaborate with perioperative and clinical teams to resolve instrument, equipment, and case-cart needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area while prioritizing patient safety

Apply now to join this Portland, Oregon, healthcare team as a Travel Sterile Processing Technician and support high-quality surgical care in an acute-care hospital.

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.