Sterile Processing Technician Jobs – Hospital Travel Assignment in Columbus, Ohio

Join a high-acuity hospital team in Columbus, Ohio, as a Sterile Processing Technician and support safe, efficient surgical care. This 13-week travel assignment is ideal for an experienced sterile processing professional skilled in decontamination, instrument assembly, sterilization, high-level disinfection, and operating room support.

Columbus offers a vibrant combination of urban energy, diverse neighborhoods, arts and dining, extensive parks, and convenient access to outdoor recreation–making it an appealing destination for your next sterile processing travel job.

Sterile Processing Technician Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,080-$1,160
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Healthcare Setting: High-acuity acute care hospital and surgical services environment
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, approximately 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Additional Scheduling: Floating may be required among multiple area clinical and ambulatory sites. Weekend shifts may be available based on operational needs.

Sterile Processing Technician Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of recent sterile processing experience in an acute-care hospital or comparable high-volume surgical environment
• Previous experience supporting a high-acuity or trauma-level facility preferred
• Medivator experience required; candidates should be prepared to describe their proficiency level
• Current CBSPD certification or CRCST certification through HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM)
• Demonstrated experience with decontamination, instrument assembly, sterilization, and sterile storage
• Experience with steam sterilization, STERRAD, high-level disinfection, automated endoscope reprocessors, and scope reprocessing
• Proficiency with Censitrac or a comparable instrument tracking system preferred
• Experience with robotic, laparoscopic, orthopedic, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, and general surgical instrumentation preferred
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique, biological and chemical indicators, wrapping procedures, tray organization, labeling, and equipment documentation
• At least two professional references, including one from a supervisor, manager, director, or other formal leader
• Ability to complete Ohio fingerprinting and credentialing requirements promptly before the assignment start date

Central Sterile Processing Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and manually clean surgical instruments, drills, robotic equipment, endoscopes, bronchoscopes, and other reusable medical devices
• Assemble instrument sets and trays for multiple service lines, including trauma, orthopedics, cardiovascular, general surgery, robotics, OB/GYN, plastics, podiatry, neurology, and transplant
• Perform steam sterilization, STERRAD sterilization, immediate-use steam sterilization when appropriate, and high-level disinfection according to established standards
• Operate and monitor washers, sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners, and automated endoscope reprocessors
• Inspect, package, label, and organize sterile supplies and instrumentation for safe delivery to procedural areas
• Document sterilization parameters, biological and chemical indicator results, equipment activity, and instrument tracking information
• Support Medivator scope reprocessing and maintain accurate records throughout the workflow
• Coordinate with operating room teams as a sterile processing liaison to track, allocate, and deliver instrumentation
• Help standardize instrument trays, maintain preference cards, and identify missing, damaged, or improperly functioning equipment
• Maintain infection prevention, safety, quality, and regulatory standards in a fast-paced environment

Apply now for this Sterile Processing Technician travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio, and join a high-acuity healthcare team supporting exceptional surgical care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.