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Sterile Processing Tech
CommonSpirit Health · Lehi, UT
$18.51–$26.15/ hour
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Orem, UT
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the Orem area centers on $21.76 per hour, or about $45,250 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.66 and the upper quarter over $23.59. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Orem. That ranks 97th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 94th of 222 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Orem.
- $21.76median pay per hour, Provo
- $19–$24typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is in line with the Utah statewide median of $21.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 90 medical equipment preparers employed in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.09 | $37,630 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.66 | $38,810 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.76 | $45,250 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.59 | $49,070 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.06 | $60,440 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Orem ranks
- 97th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 94th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Utah 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 Orem
- Overall prices in Provo-Orem-Lehi run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.76 median hour buys what $22.15 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
Estimate your Orem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$783
- Per year: $39,168
- Per month: $3,264
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Orem
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $117 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,337 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,381 |
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 Orem
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Orem, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timpanogos Regional Hospital Orem, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Orem Community Hospital Orem, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital Orem, UT | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provo, UT | 5 mi | $21.76/hr | 115,479 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 12 mi | $21.76/hr | 57,411 |
| Draper, UT | 16 mi | $22.07/hr | 50,166 |
| Sandy, UT | 20 mi | $22.07/hr | 92,840 |
| Herriman, UT | 22 mi | $22.07/hr | 62,352 |
| South Jordan, UT | 24 mi | $22.07/hr | 86,156 |
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License and tax basics in Utah
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Orem, UT?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area have a median pay of $21.76 per hour, about $45,250 a year. The middle half earn between $18.66 and $23.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Orem a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Provo-Orem-Lehi ranks 94th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 97th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in Orem?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Orem.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Orem as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Orem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Orem is $117 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,337 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 Orem?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthLehi, UT · 2 postings$22.33/ hr$19–$26
- 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
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3Open now: 2 SPD Tech roles
- Sterile Processing TechPermanent$18.51–$26.15/ hour
- Sterile Processing TechPer diem$18.51–$26.15/ hour
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