Travel Sterile Processing Tech Job

TLC • Hermiston, OR

13h • $1,392 - $1,505

About The Position

Begin a pivotal journey as a Sterile Processing Tech, where your meticulous care keeps the operating room safe and surgeries seamless. In this role, you’ll manage the complete sterile processing cycle—from decontamination and inspection to packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of instruments—so clinicians can focus on delivering excellent patient care. Your work will directly influence infection prevention and patient outcomes, and your expertise will be valued across a supportive, high-performing team. This assignment begins 02/20/2026 and runs for a number of weeks, with guaranteed hours and competitive weekly pay that reflects your training and experience, including a guaranteed 36 hours per week. Oregon’s landscapes offer more than a backdrop; they provide balance and inspiration. In Hermiston, you’ll enjoy a friendly community, access to outdoor recreation, and a pace that respects work-life harmony. When you’re ready for a change of scenery, our travel programs also offer opportunities to work in diverse facilities across the United States, broadening your professional network and sharpening your skills. Hermiston combines small-town warmth with practical amenities, offering cost-effective living and a gateway to river valleys, nearby deserts, and scenic trails that invite weekend explorations. Beyond Hermiston, you’ll have avenues to rotate through facilities nationwide, giving you exposure to different case mixes, new technologies, and varied workflows that accelerate your growth as a Sterile Processing professional. Location benefits flow naturally into your daily routine. In Hermiston, you’ll experience a close-knit community vibe, reliable access to housing support, and the chance to enjoy seasonal outdoor activities—fishing along the nearby rivers, hiking in rolling foothills, or savoring local produce at seasonal markets. For travelers, the program’s flexibility means you can expand your horizons while maintaining a steady income, with robust support to smooth transitions between sites. You’ll have 24/7 assistance from our travel support team to troubleshoot housing, travel, or site concerns, ensuring you feel secure and connected whether you’re in Hermiston or a new city. This combination of local appeal and nationwide mobility creates a unique platform for professional discovery and personal balance. Role specifics and benefits: As a Sterile Processing Tech, you’ll oversee decontamination, inspection, packaging, and sterilization using validated protocols and state-of-the-art equipment. You’ll perform routine quality checks, maintain inventory levels, uphold aseptic technique, and coordinate with surgical teams to ensure instrument readiness and safe patient care. The position offers professional growth through cross-training across departments, exposure to different sterilization technologies, and pathways to leadership opportunities as you gain expertise in Instrumentation, OR readiness, and infection prevention. The compensation package is competitive, with weekly pay in the range of $1,392–$1,505, a completion bonus, and housing assistance or stipends. We also provide the potential for contract extensions, allowing you to plan longer-term contributions with confidence. You’ll receive comprehensive support, including 24/7 assistance from our travel-support team to help with housing, onboarding, and site coordination, so you can focus on delivering excellence in every shift, every day. Our company values empower you to grow boldly. We are committed to a culture that prioritizes career advancement and a supportive work environment, where experienced Sterile Processing Techs are recognized and developed. You’ll find ongoing opportunities for credentialing, skill enhancement, and mentorship, paired with a collaborative team that celebrates your successes and helps you navigate challenges. This environment is designed to elevate your expertise while you adapt to varying clinical settings, ensuring you build a resilient, versatile profile that opens doors across facilities and geographies. Ready to elevate patient care and advance your sterile processing career? Apply now to join a company that values your contributions and your professional development. Embrace the chance to work in Hermiston, Oregon, and to travel to new facilities nationwide, all while earning a competitive weekly wage and enjoying robust support and benefits. This is your moment to contribute to safer surgeries, broaden your professional footprint, and grow within a community that values food for the body and opportunities for the mind. The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Privacy & Consent By applying, you agree to TLC Healthforce's Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. About TLC Nursing TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S. ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions. Why Travelers Choose TLC Competitive weekly pay Fast credentialing 24/7 recruiter & clinical support Nationwide assignments Referral Bonus Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required. EEO Statement TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Oversee decontamination
• Inspection
• Packaging
• Sterilization using validated protocols and state-of-the-art equipment
• Perform routine quality checks
• Maintain inventory levels
• Uphold aseptic technique
• Coordinate with surgical teams to ensure instrument readiness and safe patient care

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Completion bonus
• Housing assistance or stipends
• Potential for contract extensions
• 24/7 assistance from our travel-support team to help with housing, onboarding, and site coordination
• Career advancement
• Supportive work environment
• Ongoing opportunities for credentialing, skill enhancement, and mentorship
• Collaborative team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed