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Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing) RME Coordinator
Veterans Health Administration · Portland, OR
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Hillsboro, OR
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the Hillsboro area centers on $24.09 per hour, or about $50,100 a year. The lower quarter earns under $23.09 and the upper quarter over $29.51. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Hillsboro. That ranks 34th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 76th of 222 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Hillsboro.
- $24.09median pay per hour, Portland
- $23–$30typical range per hour
- 970employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Technician, Central Sterile Processing II Certified
Kaiser Permanente · Hillsboro, OR
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The metro median is 2% above the Oregon statewide median of $23.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 970 medical equipment preparers employed in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.70).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.08 | $43,850 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.09 | $48,030 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $24.09 | $50,100 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.51 | $61,380 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.01 | $64,500 | 39% above U.S. median |
How Hillsboro ranks
- 34th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 76th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Oregon 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 Hillsboro
- Overall prices in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.09 median hour buys what $22.85 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Hillsboro paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$867
- Per year: $43,362
- Per month: $3,614
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Hillsboro
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,484 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,292 |
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 Hillsboro
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Hillsboro, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Westside Hillsboro, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillsboro Medical Center Hillsboro, OR | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaverton, OR | 7 mi | $24.09/hr | 98,302 |
| Tigard, OR | 10 mi | $24.09/hr | 57,301 |
| Salem, OR | 42 mi | $22.15/hr | 180,406 |
| Albany, OR | 63 mi | $21.21/hr | 57,156 |
| Corvallis, OR | 68 mi | $21.21/hr | 61,993 |
| Springfield, OR | 102 mi | $21.49/hr | 61,182 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Oregon · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oregon
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oregon 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 Hillsboro, OR?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area have a median pay of $24.09 per hour, about $50,100 a year. The middle half earn between $23.09 and $29.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hillsboro a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro ranks 76th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 34th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in Hillsboro?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Hillsboro.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Hillsboro as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon 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 Hillsboro?
The federal per diem benchmark in Hillsboro is $132 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,484 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
- Veterans Health AdministrationPortland, OR · 2 postings$36.95/ hr$23–$47
- Saint Charles Health SystemRedmond, OR · 2 postings$26.20/ hr$22–$30
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$43.97/ hr$38–$50
- CommonSpirit HealthDurango, CO · 5 postings$30.79/ hr$20–$37
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Low$22Median$29.38High$46
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3Open now: 4 SPD Tech roles
- Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing) RME CoordinatorPermanent$75k–$97k/ year
- Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)Permanent$48k–$87k/ year
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