PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Certified Instrument Technician II - Sterile Processing
Advocate Health · North Carolina
$21.85–$32.80/ hour
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Asheville, NC
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the Asheville area centers on $20.96 per hour, or about $43,590 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.10 and the upper quarter over $23.38. That ranks 118th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 113th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Asheville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Asheville.
- $20.96median pay per hour, Asheville
- $17–$23typical range per hour
- 120employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Asheville, NC
The metro median is 5% above the North Carolina statewide median of $19.99 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 120 medical equipment preparers employed in the Asheville metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.34).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.00 | $35,360 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.10 | $35,570 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.96 | $43,590 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.38 | $48,630 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.11 | $58,470 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Asheville ranks
- 118th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 113th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 10 North Carolina 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 Asheville
- Overall prices in Asheville run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.96 median hour buys what $21.72 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$755
- Per year: $37,728
- Per month: $3,144
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Asheville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Asheville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $125 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,435 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,655 |
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 North Carolina
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Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Bragg, NC
$47k–$62k/ year
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Hospitals in Asheville
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Asheville, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville-Oteen Va Medical Center Asheville, NC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce Asheville, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 52 mi | $22.22/hr | 74,371 |
| Johnson City, TN | 54 mi | $18.15/hr | 73,635 |
| Kingsport, TN | 66 mi | $16.93/hr | 57,109 |
| Gastonia, NC | 80 mi | $21.23/hr | 85,535 |
| Knoxville, TN | 83 mi | $18.25/hr | 198,722 |
| Huntersville, NC | 95 mi | $21.23/hr | 67,087 |
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License and tax basics in North Carolina
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina 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 Asheville, NC?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Asheville metro area have a median pay of $20.96 per hour, about $43,590 a year. The middle half earn between $17.10 and $23.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Asheville a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Asheville ranks 113th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 118th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Asheville?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Asheville, led by Asheville-Oteen Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Asheville as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Asheville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Asheville is $125 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,435 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 Asheville?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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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- Certified Instrument Technician II - Sterile ProcessingPermanent$21.85–$32.80/ hour
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