Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Urbana, IL
Integrated Healthcare Services
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: SPD Tech 1 - Evening

Location: Urbana, Illinois
Specialty: Sterile Processing Distribution (SPD) Technician
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

The SPD Technician is responsible for decontaminating, disassembling, cleaning, reassembling, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instrumentation for surgical cases, clinics, and nursing units. The role ensures compliance with AAMI and Infection Control guidelines and provides both disposable and reusable equipment to the Operating Room.

Key Responsibilities

• Re-assemble and package instrument sets accurately and efficiently according to policies and manufacturer instructions.
• Perform manual and mechanical cleaning of reusable instruments and equipment.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, defects, and proper functionality.
• Use electronic equipment to inspect electrosurgical instruments and cables for defects.
• Restock Specialty Carts and Omnicells as needed.
• Document completed work and verify processing parameters within the SPD Information system.
• Sterilize instrument sets following departmental policies and manufacturer instructions.
• Pick supplies for same day/next day surgical cases.
• Respond to telephone calls from internal and external customers.

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic computer skills.
• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Ability to perform detail-oriented work repetitively for long periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent STAT and ASAP customer needs.
• Ability to perform tasks with minimal error.
• Critical thinking skills and ability to work independently.

Education & Certifications

• Required Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Required Certifications: CRCST or CSPDT.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not specified / not required.

Years of Experience Required

• Not explicitly stated; assume entry-level or minimal experience given certification requirements.