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GHR HealthcareColumbus, OHTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Columbus, OH
Job type
Travel
Profession
Sterile Processing Technician
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 17, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$31.11
Weekly
$1,120
Yearly (full-time)
$58,240
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
10/19/2026

This job pays about $31.11/hour — 42% above the median for Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Ohio ($21.90/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Ohio right now

  • 27 open Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Ohio from 1 agency, 27 of them in Columbus.
  • Pay in these listings: $27.00 – $34.57/hour, median $31.11/hour.
  • Typical Sterile Processing Technician pay in Ohio: $21.90/hour ($45,552/year, BLS).

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Job description

Travel Sterile Processing Technician – Columbus, OH 43210

Travel Sterile Processing Technician opportunity in Columbus, Ohio: join a busy hospital sterile processing department and help keep surgical instruments safe, sterile, and ready for patient care.

Join a fast-paced, high-acuity healthcare environment in Columbus, Ohio, where your sterile processing expertise will help ensure surgical teams have safe, sterile, and accurately prepared instruments when they are needed most. This travel Sterile Processing Technician job is ideal for an experienced SPD professional who thrives in a busy hospital setting, values precision, and enjoys supporting patient care behind the scenes. Located in the vibrant 43210 area, you’ll be close to a dynamic medical and academic hub with access to parks, restaurants, cultural attractions, and the energy of a thriving city.

Job Details

  • Assignment Type: Travel
  • Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician (SPD Technician)
  • Setting: Busy hospital sterile processing department
  • Location: Columbus, OH 43210
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,080 - $1,160
  • Start Date: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Day shift, 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Shift Duration: 8 hours
  • Hours Per Week: 40
  • Shifts Per Week: 5
  • Weekend Coverage: Scheduled rotating weekends
  • Holiday Coverage: Occasional scheduled holidays
  • Orientation: 40 hours
  • Float Requirement: May be required between multiple locations

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of sterile processing experience in a busy hospital or surgical setting
  • Experience with decontamination, assembly, sterilization, sterile storage, and case cart preparation
  • Hands-on Medivator experience required
  • Experience with Censitrac tracking systems preferred
  • Experience with high-level disinfection (HLD) and scope reprocessing
  • Ability to work in a high-volume, Level II trauma environment
  • CBSPD or CRCST/HSPA certification accepted
  • Strong knowledge of sterilization methods including steam and Sterrad
  • Experience supporting OR workflows, instrument coordination, and perioperative teams
  • Must be able to meet compliance deadlines and credentialing requirements promptly

Responsibilities

  • Clean, decontaminate, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
  • Process a wide variety of trays and devices across multiple service lines
  • Perform high-level disinfection and scope reprocessing using established protocols
  • Operate sterilization equipment and monitor cycle quality for safety and accuracy
  • Track instrumentation using departmental systems and ensure proper documentation
  • Support OR teams by preparing and delivering sterile supplies aseptically
  • Maintain sterile storage standards and ensure readiness of instruments for procedures
  • Assist with inventory coordination, tray standardization, and equipment organization
  • Collaborate effectively with perioperative and clinical teams in a fast-moving setting
  • Adhere to infection prevention standards and maintain a strong focus on patient safety

If you are an experienced Sterile Processing Technician, Central Sterile Technician, or SPD Technician looking for travel healthcare jobs in Columbus, Ohio, we encourage you to apply now and join a team committed to quality, safety, and surgical excellence.

Apply now for this travel sterile processing job in Columbus, OH!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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