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Sterile Processor

$1,402 - $1,492 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing

Sterile Processor

Job #2020011

Palo Alto, CA $1402-1492 /week* 40 hrs /week

* Estimated payments include wages and expense reimbursement, are based on information available to Fusion at time of posting, and could vary depending on factors related to the facility or applicant. Estimated payments do not include taxes, insurance, or other deductions that may occur.

Start date: 10/26/2026

Assignment length: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours: 5 X 8

Work setting: Hospital

Trauma center: No

Charting system: Citrix, Datavant, Elekta, Epic (Dorothy, EpicCare Link, MyChart), FUJIFILM (Synapse)

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Sterile Processing Technician for a 13-week travel assignment in Palo Alto, CA. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

  • One year of recent experience as a Sterile Processing Technician
  • Valid CSPDT or CRCST certification

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BLS (AHA/ARC) certification
  • Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

A sterile processing technician plays a vital role in ensuring patient safety by sterilizing, assembling, and maintaining surgical and medical equipment in compliance with established infection control standards. This role also includes inventory management, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with clinical teams to ensure efficient operations and timely availability of supplies.

Essential Work Functions:

  • Receive and process used surgical instruments and equipment components, ensuring proper handling and transport between designated cleaning or sterilization areas and procedure rooms
  • Sort and distribute equipment to appropriate areas for cleaning/sterilization and disassembly, verifying that instruments sets are functional and complete
  • Maintain and monitor inventory levels of supplies and equipment. Replenish and deliver sterile trays, instruments, and supplies to various departments in a timely fashion
  • Foster effective communication with clinical staff and other departments to ensure seamless coordination of sterilization processes and equipment availability
  • Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
  • Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Required Essential Skills:

  • Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
  • The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
  • Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
  • Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
  • Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
  • Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
  • Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
  • Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Benefits Include:

  • Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
  • Life and Short-term disability offered
  • 401(k) matching
  • Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
  • 24/7 recruiter support
  • Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you that's why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we're here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Sterile Processing Technician with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

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