Travel Surgical Technologist
Sacramento, CA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,140/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) Location unspecified. This position involves independently performing instrument processing and decontamination to support surgical services. The role ensures compliance with infection control protocols, maintains equipment, and supports safety standards within the healthcare environment.
Job Details
- Certifications: Sterile Processing Certification
- Education Requirements: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Years of Experience: 2 years of recent relevant experience, with a minimum of 1 year.
- Location Requirements: Not specified
- Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certified Sterile Processing Technician, at least 2 years of relevant experience, travel experience required, and certification documentation must be current and uploaded.
- Additional Information: Performs decontamination, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instrumentation; participates in inventory control; may perform clerical tasks including documentation and organization of supplies; maintains a safe and clean work environment; ensures compliance with all regulatory standards; completes mandated continuing education.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must provide valid certification and proof of experience, with all documents submitted prior to start date.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Sacramento, CA
As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:- Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
- Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
- Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
- Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
- Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
- Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
- Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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