Travel Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description Sterile Processing Technician (Travel)Position OverviewSupport VA medical facilities by providing critical sterile processing services for surgical and medical equipment. This role is essential in maintaining the highest standards of patient care through proper decontamination, sterilization, and processing of medical instruments and equipment.Position Details:LocationHouston, TX VA Outpatient Clinic Position TypeFull-time (40 hours/week)ScheduleMonday-Friday, 0700-1730 (hours may vary based on surgical department needs)Key ResponsibilitiesReceive and inspect contaminated instruments from operating rooms, dental clinics, endoscopy, nursing units, eye clinics, wound care, and podiatryPerform decontamination and cleaning procedures following Instructions for Use (IFU) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)Assemble and organize surgical instrument sets ranging from simple 4-5 piece sets to complex 90-100 piece setsOperate sterilization equipment including Steam, hydrogen peroxide gas plasma (V-Pro), and high-level disinfecting unitsMonitor sterilizer performance through prescribed bacteriological testsProcess various types of medical equipment including flexible scopes, dental instruments, and microsurgical instrumentsMaintain accurate documentation in the Censitrac Surgical Instrument Tracking SystemEnsure compliance with infection control and safety protocolsCoordinate with medical/surgical staff for special and emergency requirementsQualificationsRequired:High school diploma or equivalentKnowledge of medical and surgical terminology, infection control, human anatomy, and physiologyExperience with sterilization equipment and processesAbility to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 poundsMust pass VA security background checkComplete required VA training programsMeet all medical screening requirements including immunizationsValid certification from IAHCSMM or CBSPD (Preferred)Experience with Censitrac or similar instrument tracking systems (Preferred)Benefits Competitive hourly ratesPer diem travel/lodging Health, dental, and vision insurance covered at 100% for Employees401(k) plan with company matchingPaid time off and federal holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesPowered by JazzHR0BelouE6D0