Sterile Processing Technician
Columbia, MO
Care Career
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Sterile Processing experience.
• Previous travel experience required.
• CBSPD or IAHCSMM/HSPA certification required.
• Acute hospital OR experience.
• Trauma Level I experience preferred.
• Must have certification in hand.

Job Responsibilities – Assembly Only

Candidates will primarily perform sterile instrument assembly, including:

• Organizing surgical instrument trays.
• Placing instruments on trays.
• Selecting appropriate wrapping materials.
• Sterilization wrapping procedures.
• Proper labeling and documentation.
• Preparing case carts.
• Following aseptic techniques.
• Monitoring biological and chemical indicators.
• Manual cleaning and decontamination.
• Using ultrasonic cleaners and washers/sterilizers.
• Scope and probe reprocessing.

Required Clinical/Technical Skills

Experience with instrument processing for:

• General Surgery
• Orthopedics
• ENT
• OB/GYN
• Plastics
• Laparoscopic procedures
• Robotics
• Urology
• Vascular procedures
• Endoscopes

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Monday–Friday with rotating weekends.
• Rotating shifts may be required.
• Holiday coverage required.
• Must work at least 50% of holidays during the contract.
• Must be available for call.
• Must be willing to work during inclement weather.
• Physically active role involving standing, walking, reaching, and lifting 20+ lbs.
• Exposure to contagious illnesses is possible.

Location / Radius Restrictions

Strict Radius Rule

• Candidates residing within 50 miles are NOT eligible.
• Candidates residing 51–74 miles away qualify at the local rate.
• Candidates outside 75 miles may qualify for travel rates.

Vaccination Requirements

• COVID-19 vaccine required.
  • Medical/religious exemptions accepted.
• Flu vaccine required.
  • Medical/religious exemptions accepted.

Submission & Compliance Requirements

• Email, phone number, SSN, and DOB required.
• Maximum 10 days of RTO.
• No RTO during the first week due to orientation.
• Compliance deadline: Wednesday before start, by 2 PM PST.
• Missouri or Compact license requirements are listed in the general compliance section, but this is a Sterile Processing position; confirm applicability with the account manager.
• Modules: 4–6 hours, non-billable.
• Modules completed during orientation and annually.

Recruiter Screening Checklist

• Minimum 2 years of Sterile Processing experience.
• Previous travel experience.
• CBSPD or IAHCSMM/HSPA certification.
• Acute hospital OR experience.
• Assembly experience.
• Comfortable with rotating weekends and holidays.
• Willing to take call.
• Lives more than 50 miles from the facility.
• Comfortable lifting 20+ lbs.
• Available for the required schedule.

Best-fit candidate: An experienced travel Sterile Processing Technician with strong surgical instrument assembly, tray preparation, sterilization, and acute hospital OR experience.

Important recruiter note: This is an Assembly-only position, not a general Sterile Processing opening. Prioritize candidates with strong instrument assembly and tray preparation experience. Also confirm call availability, rotating weekends, and holiday requirements before submission.