Travel Contract

Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Overland Park, KS
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

$1,540/week
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date04/19/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Hospital

Description

Sterile Processing Technician (SPD Tech) – Travel Contract, Evening Shift – Overland Park, KS

Sterile Processing Technician (CRCST/CSPDT) – Travel role in Overland Park, KS. Join a hospital sterile processing (SPD) team on a 13-week travel contract and support surgical services by ensuring safe sterilization and instrument readiness. Ideal for SPD techs seeking travel healthcare jobs in the Kansas City metro area.

Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,240 - $1,330
  • Location: Overland Park, KS 66211 (Kansas City metro) – Overland Park is known for its vibrant community, excellent schools, and high quality of life. Its proximity to Kansas City offers easy access to cultural attractions, dining, and entertainment, making it an appealing destination for professionals seeking both career growth and a welcoming environment.
  • Healthcare Setting: Hospital Operating Room / Central Sterile Processing (SPD)
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 19, 2026 – July 19, 2026)
  • Shift: 8-hour Evenings (15:00 – 23:30)
  • Hours per Week: 40
  • Employment Type: Travel Sterile Processing Technician job

Qualifications / Job Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year experience as a Sterile Processing Technician (SPD Tech / Central Sterile Technician)
  • CRCST or CSPDT certification required
  • Previous travel healthcare experience preferred (travel SPD roles)
  • Ability to float to any location within the health system as needed
  • Nicotine-free campus policy
  • Orientation: Monday & Tuesday at KU Main Campus

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform sterile processing duties in the Operating Room and Central Sterile Processing: decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment
  • Operate and monitor sterilizers (autoclaves) and other sterilization equipment following hospital protocols and infection prevention standards
  • Prepare and stage instrument trays and procedure-specific supplies to support surgical teams and scheduled cases
  • Maintain accurate instrument tracking, documentation, and sterilization records in compliance with regulatory and safety standards
  • Adhere to infection control policies, sterile technique, and hospital SPD protocols to ensure patient safety
  • Float to other locations within the health system and participate in weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations as required

Why Join This Travel Sterile Processing Role

  • Gain travel healthcare experience while working in a modern hospital SPD environment in Overland Park, KS
  • Competitive weekly pay for SPD travel positions
  • Opportunity to support high-quality surgical care in the Kansas City metro area

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Sterile Processing Technician (SPD Tech) in Overland Park, KS. Join our surgical support staff today and help maintain the highest standards of sterilization and patient safety.

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #471324. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Hospital

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

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About Overland Park, KS

As a travel nurse in Overland Park, KS here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Overland Park's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • Summer highs average around 89°F, while winter lows can drop to around 20°F.
  • Be prepared for hot summers and cold winters.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Overland Park, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
Transportation
  • Overland Park is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
Demographics
  • Overland Park has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to seasonal pollen.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Overland Park offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and well-known chains.
  • The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
  • Sports enthusiasts can take advantage of numerous parks and recreational facilities for outdoor activities.
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