Job Details

World Nurses is seeking a travel Sterile Processing Technician for a travel job in Arcata, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Sterile Processing Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Enjoy nationwide job opportunities with access to roles across multiple states, plus competitive housing stipends and travel allowances for out-of-state candidates. Get paid weekly with convenient direct deposit, and take advantage of overtime opportunities for even bigger earnings.

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician to support perioperative services by ensuring the proper decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment. This role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to industry standards, and reliability while working in a high-demand environment. Full-time hours (40 hours per week) are guaranteed, with the exception of major holiday weeks. Shared call responsibilities are required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Follow established protocols, infection-control practices, and sterilization standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of sterilization cycles, tray assembly, and equipment status.
• Collaborate with surgical and clinical staff to ensure proper instrument availability.
• Support the department during shared call coverage as assigned.
• Adhere to safety policies and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician.
• Certification required.
• Current TB clearance required.
• Ability to participate in shared call rotations.

Shift Information:

• Monday through Friday
• Some shared call required

EMR System: CPSI/Evident

Additional Details:

• 13-week assignment
• Housing resources commonly used by travelers may be available upon request (e.g., furnished temporary housing, local listings, RV park options).

Specialty: Nursing
Sub-Specialty: Sterile Processing Technologist

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and hold the required certifications to be eligible for application.

About World Nurses

World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled

healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with

opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We

believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our

business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in

placement.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Referral bonus
• Relocation bonus