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 Wake Forest, NC
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Wake Forest area is $22.04 per hour ($45,840 a year), with the typical range running from $18.61 to $25.86. That ranks 84th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 86th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in the Wake Forest metro area. The free report below lists employers near Wake Forest and what they pay.
- $22.04median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $19–$26typical range per hour
- 330employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Wake Forest, NC
The metro median is 10% above the North Carolina statewide median of $19.99 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 330 medical equipment preparers employed in the Raleigh-Cary metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.19 | $33,680 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.61 | $38,710 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.04 | $45,840 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $25.86 | $53,790 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.27 | $58,800 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Wake Forest ranks
- 84th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 86th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Wake Forest
- Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.04 median hour buys what $22.45 buys at the national price level, in line with 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$793
- Per year: $39,672
- Per month: $3,306
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wake Forest
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| 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
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Wake Forest as they open.
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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 the Raleigh-Cary area
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rex Hospital Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital Cary, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holly Hill Mental Health Services Raleigh, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health Garner, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Triangle Springs Raleigh, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | 12 mi | $22.04/hr | 499,825 |
| Cary, NC | 21 mi | $22.04/hr | 182,659 |
| Durham, NC | 22 mi | $19.99/hr | 301,870 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 30 mi | $19.99/hr | 64,028 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 39 mi | $19.63/hr | 54,541 |
| Burlington, NC | 54 mi | $19.99/hr | 61,365 |
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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 Wake Forest, NC?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $22.04 per hour, about $45,840 a year. The middle half earn between $18.61 and $25.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wake Forest a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 86th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 84th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Wake Forest?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area, led by Rex Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wake Forest is $131 a night for lodging and $74 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.
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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
- Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)Permanent$47k–$62k/ year
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