Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) – Temporary / Contract

Location: Portland, OR 97239
Job Type: Temporary / Contract
Pay Rate: $33.00 per hour

Job Overview

We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) for a temporary assignment at a healthcare facility in Portland, Oregon. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, inspecting, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing reusable medical instruments and equipment while maintaining high standards of infection prevention, patient safety, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize reusable surgical instruments and medical equipment.

• Operate sterilization equipment according to established procedures and manufacturer guidelines.

• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage before use.

• Follow infection control policies, safety guidelines, and sterile processing protocols.

• Maintain accurate sterilization records and documentation.

• Ensure proper storage and distribution of sterile instruments and medical supplies.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sterile processing environment.

• Report damaged equipment, processing issues, or quality concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sterile processing or a related healthcare setting preferred.

• Knowledge of instrument cleaning, disinfection, assembly, and sterilization procedures.

• Understanding of infection prevention and sterile processing standards.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate documentation.

• CRCST or CSPDT certification preferred; requirements are subject to facility policy.

At a glance

• Way to work: Per diem
• Discipline: Allied health
• Specialty: Sterile Processing Tech
• Shift: Days
• Start: Immediate start
• Duration: 1 day(s)
• Openings: 5
• Job code: JPC - 68

Requirements

• Experience: 1-10 years
• Skills: SPT

About Advantra Health

Advantra Health brings clinical expertise to the teams that deliver care. Through our healthcare partners, we connect nursing, allied health and advanced practice professionals with opportunities to contribute and grow. We believe clinicians should have a voice in how their careers develop, and we consider what matters to them alongside what care teams need.

Our conversations with clinicians often begin well before a career move. We value the opportunity to understand their interests and stay connected, so we can reconnect when a relevant opportunity emerges.