Travel Contract

Sterile Processing Technician
Odessa, TX
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

$1,260/week
Posted 9 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date05/26/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,260/week

Description

Sterile Processing Technician (CRCST/CSPDT) — Travel Contract | Odessa, TX 79761

Travel Sterile Processing Technician — Hospital assignment in Odessa, TX (79761); 13-week contract starting May 19, 2026. Join a dedicated Central Sterile/SSD team and gain travel sterile processing experience in a busy West Texas hospital setting.

Travel Sterile Processing Technician — Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,010 – $1,090
  • Location: Odessa, TX 79761 (West Texas)
  • Setting: Hospital — Central Sterile / CSSD
  • Assignment Type: Travel Contract (Sterile Processing Technician / Central Sterile Technician)
  • Start Date: May 19, 2026
  • End Date: August 18, 2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Mid Shift, 5x8-Hour Evenings (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday–Friday)
  • Hours per Week: 40
  • Weekend Call: 1 weekend call per month

Sterile Processing Technician Requirements & Certifications

  • Minimum 2 years of sterile processing experience (travel experience preferred)
  • Certification required:
    • CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician via HSPA) or
    • CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician via CBSPD)
  • BLS (AHA) preferred
  • Hands-on experience with Censitrac instrument tracking system
  • Familiarity with Steris washers/sterilizers, VPRO max, ultrasonic cleaners, and Medivators
  • Cerner charting experience preferred
  • Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions and declinations allowed)
  • COVID-19 vaccine not required
  • Must provide resume and required documentation by the specified deadline
  • Note: Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted for this travel sterile processing assignment

Sterile Processing Technician Responsibilities

  • Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment following facility and infection control standards
  • Operate and maintain sterilization equipment including Steris washers, VPRO max sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners, and Medivators
  • Utilize Censitrac instrument tracking system for inventory control, case trays, and workflow management
  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, infection prevention protocols, and sterilization best practices
  • Participate in weekend call rotation as scheduled
  • Collaborate with surgical teams, perioperative staff, and nursing to ensure timely delivery of sterile supplies and support efficient case turnover

Apply now: Submit your resume and required documentation by the specified deadline to be considered for this travel Sterile Processing Technician job in Odessa, TX. Join our healthcare team today and advance your sterile processing career with a rewarding travel assignment.

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 #477126. 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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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Odessa, TX

As a Travel Sterile Processing Technician in Odessa, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Odessa, TX is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 94°F, and average lows are around 70°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 57°F, and average lows are around 31°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available and relatively easy to find in Odessa, TX.
Transportation
  • Odessa is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for travel nurses.
Demographics
  • Odessa has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
  • The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population falling in the working-age group.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in Odessa.
Things to Do
  • Odessa offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, and there are opportunities to explore art and music in the local scene.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and there are outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring nearby natural attractions.
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