Travel Sterile Processing Tech - $1,515 per week in Urbana, IL

Sterile Processing Tech
Location: Urbana, IL
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $1,515 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/30/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Profession: Tech Specialty: SPD Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: 8 years SPD experience and 3 years travel experience required License: CRCST or CSPDT required Certifications: High School diploma or GED required Must-Have: - Proficiency in instrument decontamination - Competency in tray assembly (case carts, sets, accuracy, count sheets) - Knowledge of sterilization methods and parameters - Ability to identify instruments and troubleshoot missing or incorrect items - Understanding of infection control standards and AAMI/ANSI guidelines - Proper documentation and tracking (IFU compliance, load records, etc.) Description: The Sterile Processing Distribution (SPD) Technician is responsible for various tasks in the decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of instrumentation. This includes disassembling, reassembling, and packaging instrumentation for surgical cases, clinics, and nursing units. The technician follows protocols to ensure all instrumentation processing meets industry standards. They provide both disposable and reusable equipment to the Operating Room and dispense disposable supplies used in surgeries. Essential duties involve the accurate reassembly and packaging of instrument sets in accordance with departmental policies. Technicians perform manual and mechanical cleaning of reusable instrumentation and inspect instruments for cleanliness. It is crucial to inspect instruments for defects and ensure proper functionality. Technicians use electronic equipment to inspect electrosurgical instruments and cables for defects. Restocking specialty carts and documenting completed work are also part of the role. The SPD technician is required to sterilize instrument sets according to departmental procedures. They must pick supplies for same-day or next-day surgical cases and handle internal and external customer calls. Skills required include basic computer proficiency and an understanding of basic medical terminology. Candidates must be detail-oriented and capable of working in a fast-paced environment. The ability to perform tasks with minimal error is essential, along with critical thinking skills for independent work.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam