Travel Sterile Processing Technician - $1,272 per week

Rochester, Minnesota

Mayo Clinic - 1216 Second Street S.W.

Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) Certification as a Central Processing Technician (CRCST) within 18 months of hire
BLS
CBSPD or CRCST

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for performing delegated activities to support the operating room team in the care of the surgical patient.
Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Core Charge RN, and Core Supervisor, the Sterile Processing Technician prepares and delivers medical/surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.
The Sterile Processing Technician cleans, packages, and processes surgical equipment and instrumentation, as well as maintains inventory and storage of supplies in the core.
The Sterile Processing Technician manages multiple computer applications to assist with sterilization tracking and processes.
Responsible to operate and troubleshoot power equipment to process instruments (i.e. autoclaves, washer disinfector, ultrasonic cleaners).

Adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
Demonstrated patient-centered and customer focused communication skills.
Frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level.
Prefer two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.
Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.
Prefer knowledge of medical terminology.
High School diploma or GED.

Adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
Demonstrated patient-centered and customer focused communication skills.
Frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds or more, with occasional work above shoulder level.
Prefer two years of experience in the handling and sterilization processing of surgical/medical/dental instrumentation within the past four years, or vocational certificate as Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant within the last two years.
Alternatively, at least two years of experience as a Central Service Technician or Patient Care Assistant in an acute care setting within the last five years.
Prefer knowledge of medical terminology.

Date Posted: 05 June 2025