PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
Veterans Health Administration · Augusta, ME
$40k–$74k/ year
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Portland, ME
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the Portland area centers on $22.05 per hour, or about $45,850 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.35 and the upper quarter over $22.30. That ranks 83rd of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 118th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portland. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Portland.
- $22.05median pay per hour, Portland
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 220employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is 2% above the Maine statewide median of $21.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 220 medical equipment preparers employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.65).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.35 | $38,170 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.35 | $38,170 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.05 | $45,850 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.30 | $46,380 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.68 | $57,570 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 83rd of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 118th 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 Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-South Portland run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.05 median hour buys what $21.65 buys at the national price level, 3% 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$794
- Per year: $39,690
- Per month: $3,308
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-South Portland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $152 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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).
Open Sterile Processing Technician roles in Maine
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Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician I - Per Diem
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$17.96–$34.57/ hour
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Sterile Processing Technician
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Lewiston, ME
$21.00–$24.75/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician I
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$15.78–$29.51/ hour
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician II
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$17.96–$34.57/ hour
Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, ME | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $28.53/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $22.60/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $28.53/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $28.53/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $28.53/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $28.53/hr | 120,418 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Maine · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maine
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maine 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 Portland, ME?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $22.05 per hour, about $45,850 a year. The middle half earn between $18.35 and $22.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 118th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 83rd of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Portland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, led by Mainehealth Maine Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine 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 Portland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portland is $152 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 3 postings$26.27/ hr$16–$35
- 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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5 SPD Tech postings with published pay in Maine, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)Permanent$40k–$74k/ year
- Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician I - Per DiemPer diem$17.96–$34.57/ hour
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