Embark on a vital journey as a Sterile Processing Tech in Rochester, New York, where every instrument you prepare becomes a lifeline for patients undergoing their most important procedures. This role puts you at the heart of patient care, translating meticulous technique into safer surgeries and smoother outcomes. If you value precision, teamwork, and a clear path to professional growth, this contract offers a compelling opportunity to apply your sterile processing expertise in a vibrant upstate setting. Begin on 11/24/2025 for a series of weeks dedicated to empowering surgical teams with impeccable instrumentation and sterilization standards. In Rochester, you’ll find a community rich with culture, education, and outdoor beauty, from the scenic shores of Lake Ontario to the lush trails of the Genesee region, alongside a thriving arts scene, renowned dining, and a welcoming Midwest-influenced energy that makes long days feel achievable and rewarding.

Beyond the city, this assignment opens doors to experiences across locations within the United States, inviting you to grow your professional footprint while maintaining the core focus you love: safeguarding every instrument, tray, and device that enters a patient’s surgery. You’ll benefit from diverse hospital environments, exposure to different sterilization technologies, and the chance to connect with multidisciplinary teams who rely on your careful handling, meticulous quality checks, and consistent documentation. This is your opportunity to broaden your palate of techniques and to see how standardized processes translate into remarkable patient outcomes in varied settings.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities: perform central sterile processing with exacting standards—decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of instruments; execute instrument counts and traceability with precision; manage sterile supply stock and turnover; uphold infection prevention protocols; document processing steps for compliance and audit readiness; participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to minimize deviations and ensure timely OR readiness.
- Professional growth: leverage a path that supports skill expansion within the sterile processing specialty, including exposure to multiple sterilization modalities, instrument sets, and workflow optimization; gain access to continuing education opportunities, certifications, and cross-functional collaboration with surgical teams to deepen your understanding of perioperative pathways.
- Competitive benefits: enjoy weekly pay between $1,075 and $1,116, with the possibility of performance-based bonuses and incentive opportunities; benefit from housing assistance to ease transitions for travel assignments; explore extension opportunities to continue building tenure and expertise with a trusted contracting partner.
- Comprehensive support: receive round-the-clock assistance from a dedicated team while you travel, including 24/7 support to address scheduling, housing, credentialing, or any on-the-road needs; orientation and onboarding support to reduce ramp-up time; access to robust travel resources that make location changes smoother and more predictable.

Location Benefits:
Rochester stands out as a dynamic hub with a high quality of life, rich in history and innovation. In addition to the essential professional experience you’ll gain, you’ll be able to discover the beauty of upstate New York—seasonal landscapes, the serenity of the Finger Lakes region, thriving neighborhoods, and a calendar full of cultural amenities. If you choose to explore other U.S. locations through the program, you’ll encounter a variety of communities—from bustling metropolitan centers to scenic smaller towns—each offering unique experiences, food scenes, outdoor recreation, and opportunities to connect with teammates across the country. The balance of career advancement and personal discovery makes this assignment especially meaningful, letting you grow as a healthcare professional while enjoying the diverse tapestry of American regions.

Company Values:
Our organization is built on empowering staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. We are committed to your career advancement, offering mentorship, clear paths to additional responsibilities, and a supportive work environment where your contributions are recognized and valued. You’ll join teams that emphasize collaboration, compassion, and a patient-centered mindset, ensuring you have the resources and encouragement to excel in a high-stakes field while maintaining work-life balance and personal well-being.

Call to Action:
If you’re ready to elevate your sterile processing career in a setting that respects your expertise and rewards your dedication, apply now to begin this transformative journey in Rochester. This is more than a contract—it’s a chance to refine your craft, expand your professional horizons, and contribute to a network that prioritizes patient safety, growth, and the well-being of its clinicians. Your meticulous hands and steadfast focus can help ensure every surgery proceeds with precision and confidence. Start date 11/24/2025. Duration is several weeks, with potential for extensions and broader opportunities within the travel program. Ready to join a company that values your contribution and supports your professional development? Take the next step and apply today.

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.

TLC Nursing is a nationwide healthcare staffing agency that provides high-quality, dependable healthcare professionals to hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and home health organizations across the United States. Built on the values of trust, reliability, integrity, and exceptional patient care, TLC Nursing has become a preferred partner for facilities looking for consistent and compassionate clinical support.

We place Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Allied Health professionals, Travel Healthcare Workers, and more. Through a people-first approach and deep industry expertise, we match the right clinicians to the right opportunities while supporting them throughout their entire assignment.

Shift Shield – Industry-Exclusive Protection

TLC Nursing is the only company in the healthcare staffing industry to offer Shift Shield — a program designed to protect clinicians from preventable assignment disruptions and ensure they are compensated fairly when facilities cancel shifts unexpectedly.

Shift Shield provides:

• Guaranteed compensation for last-minute or preventable facility-driven cancellations
• Protection against income loss, giving clinicians peace of mind
• A consistent and fair work experience, unmatched by competitors
• Increased transparency between TLC Nursing, clinicians, and facilities

This unique program demonstrates TLC Nursing’s commitment to putting healthcare workers first and creating a more stable, predictable staffing experience.

Why Healthcare Professionals and Facilities Choose TLC Nursing

✓ Proven Industry Expertise

More than two decades of staffing experience with a strong understanding of travel contracts, compliance, credentialing, and rapid deployment.

✓ Highest Standards of Quality & Compliance

We follow rigorous screening processes to ensure each clinician meets all state, federal, and facility-specific requirements.

✓ Premium Support for Clinicians

Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 availability, and a supportive approach that focuses on communication, transparency, and long-term relationships.

✓ Nationwide Coverage

Staffing solutions in all 50 states, including travel contracts, per-diem, local contracts, permanent placements, and crisis response.

Mission Statement

To enhance the delivery of patient care by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with the facilities that need them most — while providing unmatched support, protection, and reliability through programs like Shift Shield.

Next Steps

Thank you for choosing TLC Nursing for your next travel assignment. Let's expedite your submission to the job of your liking by completing your professional profile on our iTraveler app. We invite you to download our iTraveler app from the App Store or Google Play to simplify your travel nursing journey. The iTraveler app streamlines your experience, providing access to job listings, schedules, and important updates at your fingertips. Stay connected with TLC Nursing and take control of your healthcare career with the iTraveler app. We highly recommend our applicants install the iTraveler app along with completing their professional profile and uploading the following documents:

• Resume
• Active BLS
• COVID Vaccination Card
• Two Professional References
• Skills checklist
• Your Professional License

Download the iTraveler app now!

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So, WHY choose to travel with TLC Nursing?

TLC Nursing is your destination for boutique healthcare jobs, whether it is Travel, Local, Per Diem, or Permanent Placement. TLC Nursing is your trusted career partner. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. At TLC Nursing, we're not just a staffing agency but a healthcare family dedicated to positively impacting our community. Join a dynamic team and become part of a caring community that values your skills, dedication, and contributions.

Why Join TLC Nursing?
TLC Nursing has the best and the highest-paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs. Discover rewarding careers in travel nursing with TLC Nursing, a nurse-owned and operated travel nursing agency. Our wide range of job listings includes travel nursing jobs, travel allied jobs, travel RN jobs, and travel LPN jobs.

Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position.
Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons.
Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits:
Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
25K Life Insurance on day one!
401 (k) with a matching contribution.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase.
Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend.
Unlimited referral bonus!
Access to unlimited continuing education units online.

We are proudly a Nurse-owned and operated travel nurse and travel healthcare staffing agency!

Vermont Business Magazine voted us The Best Staffing Agency in 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2017!

TLC Nursing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.