PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Supply Technician- Sterile Processing
Veterans Health Administration · Cincinnati, OH
$40k–$73k/ year
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Cincinnati, OH
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Cincinnati area earn a median of $22.14 per hour, about $46,050 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.69 and $23.06. That ranks 79th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 58th of 222 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Cincinnati. The free report below lists employers near Cincinnati and what they pay.
- $22.14median pay per hour, Cincinnati
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 560employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · Cincinnati, OH
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The metro median is 4% above the Ohio statewide median of $21.23 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 560 medical equipment preparers employed in the Cincinnati metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.09 | $37,630 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.69 | $38,880 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.14 | $46,050 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.06 | $47,960 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.65 | $59,590 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Cincinnati ranks
- 79th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 58th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 9 Ohio 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 Cincinnati
- Overall prices in Cincinnati run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.14 median hour buys what $23.21 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
Estimate your Cincinnati paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$797
- Per year: $39,852
- Per month: $3,321
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cincinnati metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cincinnati
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $163 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,743 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,659 |
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 Cincinnati
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Cincinnati, 6 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Va Medical Center Cincinnati, OH | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health - West Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bethesda North Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Llc Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Cincinnati, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Assurance Health Cincinnati Llc Cincinnati, OH | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton, OH | 18 mi | $22.14/hr | 63,953 |
| Middletown, OH | 26 mi | $22.14/hr | 52,291 |
| Kettering, OH | 43 mi | $21.56/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 47 mi | $21.56/hr | 136,346 |
| Springfield, OH | 66 mi | $21.23/hr | 58,138 |
| Columbus, IN | 76 mi | $19.57/hr | 51,970 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Ohio · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio 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 Cincinnati, OH?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Cincinnati metro area have a median pay of $22.14 per hour, about $46,050 a year. The middle half earn between $18.69 and $23.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cincinnati a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Cincinnati ranks 58th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 79th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in Cincinnati?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Cincinnati. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Cincinnati.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Cincinnati as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Cincinnati?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cincinnati is $163 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,743 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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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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