Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Smyrna, TN
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Smyrna area earn a median of $23.61 per hour, about $49,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.48 and $26.60. That ranks 40th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 27th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Smyrna. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Smyrna.
- $23.61median pay per hour, Nashville
- $19–$27typical range per hour
- 530employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Smyrna, TN
The metro median is 12% above the Tennessee statewide median of $21.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 530 medical equipment preparers employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.33 | $36,050 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.48 | $40,520 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.61 | $49,120 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.60 | $55,330 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.87 | $60,050 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Smyrna ranks
- 40th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 27th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Tennessee 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 Smyrna
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.61 median hour buys what $24.51 buys at the national price level, 10% 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.
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- Per year: $42,498
- Per month: $3,542
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Smyrna
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,512 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,656 |
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 Smyrna
CMS lists 1 hospital in Smyrna, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center Smyrna, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murfreesboro, TN | 10 mi | $23.61/hr | 168,387 |
| Franklin, TN | 18 mi | $23.61/hr | 89,142 |
| Clarksville, TN | 61 mi | $21.17/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 70 mi | $20.61/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 88 mi | $16.48/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 88 mi | $16.48/hr | 230,402 |
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License and tax basics in Tennessee
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Smyrna, TN?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $23.61 per hour, about $49,120 a year. The middle half earn between $19.48 and $26.60 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Smyrna a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 27th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 40th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Smyrna?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Smyrna, led by Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Smyrna as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Smyrna?
The federal per diem benchmark in Smyrna is $130 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,512 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 Smyrna?
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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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