Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Lancaster, PA
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$1,400/weekOverview
- Start Date06/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) – Evening Shift in Lancaster, PA: Join a hospital sterile processing team ensuring patient safety and infection control.
Location & Quick Details
- Location: Lancaster, PA 17602 (Lancaster, Pennsylvania)
- Setting: Hospital – Central Sterile / Sterile Processing Department (SPD)
- Shift: Evening: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, Monday–Friday
- Hours per Week: 40
- Duration: 13 weeks (Local Contract)
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,130 – $1,210
- Start Date: June 29, 2026
Compelling Summary
Join a dedicated healthcare team in Lancaster, PA to decontaminate, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments for orthopedic and neurosurgical cases. Great opportunity for experienced sterile processing technicians seeking hospital sterile processing jobs in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Key Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) in a hospital or surgical setting
- Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician required (e.g., CRCST or equivalent)
- Specific experience with orthopedic and neurosurgical instrumentation and implant processing
- Travel experience highly preferred
- Strong attention to detail, documentation, and commitment to patient safety and infection control
Primary Responsibilities
- Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment, focusing on Ortho and Neuro specialties
- Operate and monitor sterilization equipment (autoclaves, low-temp sterilizers) and validate sterilization cycles
- Maintain accurate records of sterilization processes, instrument tracking, and SPD inventory management
- Collaborate with surgical and nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of sterile trays, instrumentation, and implants
- Adhere to hospital policies, regulatory standards, and infection prevention protocols
- Troubleshoot instrument processing issues and perform routine maintenance and quality checks
Why Join Our Team
- Work in a hospital known for clinical excellence and patient-centered care in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
- Hands-on experience with orthopedic and neurosurgical instrumentation — strong opportunity for career growth in sterile processing
- Competitive weekly pay for local contract sterile processing jobs
If you are an experienced Sterile Processing Technician (SPD/central sterile) with strong Ortho and Neuro instrumentation experience, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our healthcare team in Lancaster, PA and support high-quality surgical care.
Apply now – Submit your resume and certification details to be considered for this sterile processing job in Lancaster, PA.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Lancaster, PA
As a travel nurse in Lancaster, PA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lancaster, PA is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, making it an affordable place to live.
- Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows range from 20-25°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lancaster, PA.
- There are options available for furnished housing, especially in the downtown area.
- Lancaster is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around the city and its surrounding areas.
- Lancaster, PA has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- The area has a significant Amish population, and common health issues may include agricultural-related concerns.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Lancaster, PA offers a variety of activities including visiting The Amish Farm and House, exploring the Lancaster Central Market, enjoying shows at the Fulton Theatre, and tasting local brews at Lancaster Brewing Company.
- There are also plenty of restaurants, art galleries, and outdoor activities to enjoy.
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