Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Shawnee, KS
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Shawnee area is $22.08 per hour ($45,920 a year), with the typical range running from $18.45 to $24.09. That ranks 80th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 37th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 23 hospitals in the Shawnee metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Shawnee.
- $22.08median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 700employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Shawnee, KS
The metro median is 14% above the Kansas statewide median of $19.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 700 medical equipment preparers employed in the Kansas City metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.92 | $37,270 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.45 | $38,380 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.08 | $45,920 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.09 | $50,110 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.94 | $58,120 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Shawnee ranks
- 80th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 37th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
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 Shawnee
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.08 median hour buys what $23.86 buys at the national price level, 7% above 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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- Per year: $39,744
- Per month: $3,312
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Shawnee
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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. 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).
Hospitals in the Kansas City area
CMS lists 23 hospitals in the Kansas City area, 10 of the 18 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lukes North Hospital Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kansas Hospital Kansas City, KS | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc Overland Park, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas City Va Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Overland Park Reg Med Ctr Overland Park, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Luke's East Hospital Lees Summit, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Luke's South Hospital Overland Park, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Health Lakewood Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospital Olathe, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Sterile Processing Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, KS | 4 mi | $22.08/hr | 59,427 |
| Kansas City, KS | 8 mi | $22.08/hr | 156,752 |
| Lawrence, KS | 25 mi | $19.43/hr | 97,271 |
| Topeka, KS | 48 mi | $21.83/hr | 125,467 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 51 mi | $20.38/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 97 mi | $19.43/hr | 54,700 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Kansas · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas 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 Shawnee, KS?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $22.08 per hour, about $45,920 a year. The middle half earn between $18.45 and $24.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Shawnee a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 37th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 80th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Shawnee?
CMS lists 23 hospitals in the Kansas City area, led by Saint Lukes North Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Shawnee as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Shawnee?
The federal per diem benchmark in Shawnee is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 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 Shawnee?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Shawnee and across Kansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Shawnee.
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- 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
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 13 postings$28.35/ hr$21–$33
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