Local Contract Sterile Processing Technician
Modesto, CA
Healthcare Support
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$28-30/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Referral bonus
- 401k retirement plan
- Holiday Pay
- Weekly pay
Qualifications
Description
🧼 Sterile Processing Technician (SPD) – Contract to Hire
Facility: Instrumentum LLC
Location: Modesto, CA
Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Hours: 40 hours/week guaranteed
Duration: 13 Weeks → Contract to Permanent
💰 Compensation
- Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)
- Weekly pay
- OT may be available
🩺 Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician to support surgical operations through the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and tracking of surgical instruments. This role is essential to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and infection control.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
- Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
- Assemble and package instrument trays according to guidelines
- Operate washers, autoclaves, and sterilization equipment
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function, and damage
- Track instruments and document sterilization cycles accurately
- Maintain inventory levels and report missing or damaged items
- Follow ANSI/AAMI standards and manufacturer IFUs
- Keep workstations clean, organized, and compliant
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and operations staff
🎯 Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of sterile processing experience
- Knowledge of:
- Decontamination, assembly, and sterilization processes
- Surgical instruments and trays
- Infection control practices
- Experience operating sterilization equipment (autoclaves, washers)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs
- Basic computer skills for documentation and tracking
🏅 Certifications
- CRCST or equivalent required
🎓 Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
⭐ Why This Role
- Day shift schedule (great work-life balance)
- Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth
- Stable 40-hour work week
- Hands-on role in a critical healthcare support function
📌 Additional Details
- Clinical support role within Sterile Processing department
- Must follow detailed procedures and maintain high accuracy
- Team-oriented environment with ongoing training
Employer
Healthcare Support
69 nurses recommend working with Healthcare Support
Pros
Olivia at Healthcare Support was professional, kind, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process of hire till my very first day at work. She made everything easy to understand and was quick to respond to my questions. Her support made a real difference, and I truly appreciated her positive attitude and care.
Cons
None. She’s a SAINT😁
Recommends working with Healthcare Support
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Healthcare Support excels at providing a streamlined and red-carpet experience for our travelers. Whether you are a nurse, a therapist, or an allied health professional, our goal is to connect you with top-rated facilities throughout the country and get you on the road to your next adventure. We leverage 20 years of relationships with the industry’s most respectable companies across all 50 states, both through direct client partnerships and via national MSP programs. From health systems and hospitals to specialty clinics and post-acute facilities, you can work where you want to work and go where you want to go.
Not only does HealthCare Support reimburse for relocation and travel costs on your first check, but we also offer license and certification reimbursements required for your assignments so that you can focus on building your career. During your assignment, you’ll have access to medical benefits, 24/7 support from our Clinical Advocacy Team, and a travel team with stateside operations. Your travel team will include a designated credentialing expert to help you navigate every step of the on-boarding process, a payroll specialist who you can communicate with directly, and a skilled recruiter who takes the time to understand your needs and works hard to find the right position for you.
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About Modesto, CA
As a travel nurse in Modesto, CA here's what you should know:- Modesto'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.
- In summer, average highs are around 93°F, while average lows in winter are around 39°F.
- Modesto experiences hot summers and cool winters.
- Short term rentals are available in Modesto, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options are available for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Modesto is car-friendly, with convenient road networks and parking facilities.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by the Modesto Area Express (MAX) system.
- Modesto has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Modesto offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Music enthusiasts can enjoy live performances, and sports lovers can engage in local events.
- Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby waterways.
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