PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Sterile Processing Tech Evening Shift
ChristianaCare · Wilmington, DE
$20.24–$30.36/ hour
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Camden, NJ
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Camden area is $22.36 per hour ($46,510 a year), with the typical range running from $21.08 to $25.31. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Camden and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Camden. The free report below lists employers near Camden and what they pay.
- $22.36median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $21–$25typical range per hour
- 1,420employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Cooper University Health Care · Camden, NJ
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The metro median is 5% below the New Jersey statewide median of $23.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 1,420 medical equipment preparers employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.83 | $39,170 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.08 | $43,850 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.36 | $46,510 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $25.31 | $52,640 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.27 | $60,880 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Camden ranks
- 71st of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 108th 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 Camden
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.36 median hour buys what $21.80 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
Estimate your Camden paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$805
- Per year: $40,248
- Per month: $3,354
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Camden
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $112 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,344 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,472 |
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 Camden
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Camden, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper University Hospital Camden, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital Camden, NJ | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 5 mi | $22.36/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Wilmington, DE | 27 mi | $22.36/hr | 73,176 |
| Trenton, NJ | 27 mi | $27.95/hr | 91,193 |
| Vineland, NJ | 33 mi | $23.60/hr | 62,070 |
| Allentown, PA | 49 mi | $20.60/hr | 127,138 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 50 mi | $20.60/hr | 79,453 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in New Jersey · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Jersey
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Camden, NJ?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $22.36 per hour, about $46,510 a year. The middle half earn between $21.08 and $25.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Camden a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 108th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 71st of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in Camden?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Camden.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Camden as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 Camden?
The federal per diem benchmark in Camden is $112 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,344 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
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationDenville, NJ · 2 postings$22.88/ hr$19–$29
- 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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