Travel Sterile Processing Tech Job

Step into a pivotal role as a Sterile Processing Tech in sunny Simi Valley, California, where your precision safeguards patient care at every step. This essential position places you at the heart of the surgical continuum, transforming soiled instruments into clean, sterile tools that empower confident procedures and faster recovery. As a Sterile Processing Tech, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that champions safety, quality, and efficiency in high-stakes environments. Your focus on meticulous decontamination, accurate instrument inspection, proper packaging, and calibrated sterilization cycles directly reduces infection risk and supports clinicians who rely on flawless equipment every day. Imagine the satisfaction of seeing tangible results from your expertise, knowing you play a critical role in patient outcomes while enjoying the beauty and pace of California’s treasured coast-to-mountains lifestyle. For those who crave variety, this role opens doors to travel assignments across the United States, offering a spectrum of facilities, cultures, and professional challenges that sharpen your skills and expand your professional network. Begin this journey on 02/16/2026, with opportunities to extend your assignment beyond the initial weeks, depending on staffing needs and your career goals. Across the state and beyond, you’ll discover ample chances to grow while contributing to a culture that values precision, safety, and compassion. Venturing into Simi Valley means embracing a community renowned for outdoor recreation, vibrant regional history, and easy access to iconic California destinations—while advancing in a vital healthcare specialty. You’ll find a supportive environment that blends professional ambition with the chance to explore beautiful places, from nearby hiking trails to coastal escapes, all contributing to a well-rounded lifestyle.

Location benefits and opportunities to explore: Simi Valley offers a thriving hospital ecosystem with modern sterile processing departments, collaborative teams, and access to resources that foster mastery of every step in the sterilization cycle. The area balances a professional setting with California’s inviting climate, family-friendly neighborhoods, and abundant outdoor recreation. For travelers, the role also presents opportunities to work in various locations across the U.S., exposing you to different hospital cultures, equipment platforms, and patient populations. This variety broadens your clinical perspective and expands your professional network, helping you build a robust resume that supports long-term advancement. And when downtime arrives, you’re never far from California’s natural beauty—rolling hills, scenic parks, beaches within a short drive, and a wealth of cultural and culinary experiences to enjoy between assignments.

Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities include decontamination, manual and mechanical cleaning, ultrasonic cleaning, visual and functional inspection of instruments, polishing and assembly of trays, correct packaging and labeling, sterilization using validated methods, sterile storage, and inventory management. You’ll maintain accurate documentation of cycles, load configurations, and sterilization parameters, ensuring compliance with OSHA, AAMI, and Joint Commission standards.
- Growth and development: you’ll have access to ongoing training, cross-training in related sterile processing areas, and certification support to pursue credentials such as CSPDT, CRCST, or CST. Opportunities to expand your scope with extended responsibilities or leadership roles as you demonstrate proficiency and initiative.
- Compensation and incentives: weekly pay ranging from $1,093 to $1,143, with a competitive bonus program and housing assistance to ease relocation challenges. The potential for contract extensions provides continuity and the chance to deepen expertise in multiple facilities.
- Support and security: you’ll receive comprehensive support from a dedicated travel and staffing team, available 24/7 to assist with housing, travel logistics, facility onboarding, and any clinical questions that arise during your assignments. This ongoing support is designed to let you focus on your work and development while your back-office needs are cared for.
- Start date and duration: this role commences on 02/16/2026, with an initial duration measured in weeks and the option for extension based on staffing needs and performance. While guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, you’ll have a clearly defined schedule and reliable workflow within each assignment, with transparency during the hiring process.

Company values and call to action: Our client champions empowerment, career advancement, and a collaborative, supportive work environment. They believe every Sterile Processing Tech contributes essential value to patient care and hospital operations, and they invest in your professional growth with mentorship, access to continuing education, and opportunities to take on broader responsibilities. If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in fast-paced clinical settings, and want to advance within a forward-thinking organization, this is your chance to join a team that recognizes and rewards your expertise. Ready to elevate your sterile processing career while experiencing California and beyond? Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey that prioritizes your development, safety, and well-being.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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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.