PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Sr Sterile Processing Tech
CommonSpirit Health · Chandler, AZ
$19.49–$27.52/ hour
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Prescott Valley, AZ
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Prescott Valley area earn a median of $17.05 per hour, about $35,450 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $15.19 and $23.74. That ranks 221st of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 219th of 222 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Prescott Valley.
- $17.05median pay per hour, Prescott Valley
- $15–$24typical range per hour
- 60employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Prescott Valley, AZ
The metro median is 23% below the Arizona statewide median of $22.15 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 60 medical equipment preparers employed in the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.19 | $31,600 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.19 | $31,600 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.05 | $35,450 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.74 | $49,380 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.15 | $56,470 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Prescott Valley ranks
- 221st of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 219th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Equipment Preparers (SOC 31-9093), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Prescott Valley
- Overall prices in Prescott Valley-Prescott run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.05 median hour buys what $17.35 buys at the national price level, 22% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$614
- Per year: $30,690
- Per month: $2,558
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Prescott Valley
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel sterile processing technician assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Sterile Processing Tech
CommonSpirit Health · Chandler, AZ
$18.60–$23.71/ hour
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Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
Veterans Health Administration · Phoenix, AZ
$42k–$76k/ year
Sterile Processing Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, AZ | 56 mi | $22.48/hr | 199,924 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 57 mi | $22.15/hr | 77,539 |
| Surprise, AZ | 65 mi | $22.48/hr | 167,564 |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 68 mi | $22.48/hr | 246,170 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 72 mi | $22.48/hr | 1,673,164 |
| Glendale, AZ | 74 mi | $22.48/hr | 258,143 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Arizona · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Prescott Valley, AZ?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area have a median pay of $17.05 per hour, about $35,450 a year. The middle half earn between $15.19 and $23.74 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Prescott Valley a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Prescott Valley-Prescott ranks 219th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 221st of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Prescott Valley as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Prescott Valley?
The federal per diem benchmark in Prescott Valley is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place sterile processing technicians in Prescott Valley?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthCHANDLER, AZ · 2 postings$22.33/ hr$19–$28
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$43.97/ hr$38–$50
- CommonSpirit HealthDurango, CO · 5 postings$30.79/ hr$20–$37
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 10 postings$29.02/ hr$22–$34
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Low$19Median$23.50High$36
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- Sr Sterile Processing TechPermanent$19.49–$27.52/ hour
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