PermanentPosted 6 days ago
MEDICAL SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (STERILE PROCESSING)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Portsmouth, VA
$46k–$60k/ year
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Portsmouth, VA
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the Portsmouth area centers on $21.09 per hour, or about $43,870 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.06 and the upper quarter over $22.97. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portsmouth. That ranks 117th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 123rd of 222 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Portsmouth and what they pay.
- $21.09median pay per hour, Virginia Beach
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 520employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Sterile Processing Technician - Maryview Medical Center
Bon Secours Mercy Health · Portsmouth, VA
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The metro median is 2% below the Virginia statewide median of $21.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 520 medical equipment preparers employed in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.59 | $36,590 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.06 | $37,560 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.09 | $43,870 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.97 | $47,780 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.48 | $59,240 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Portsmouth ranks
- 117th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 123rd of 222 after adjusting for local prices
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 Portsmouth
- Overall prices in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.09 median hour buys what $21.53 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Portsmouth paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$759
- Per year: $37,962
- Per month: $3,164
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portsmouth
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Portsmouth
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portsmouth, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center Portsmouth, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nmc Portsmouth Portsmouth, VA | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk, VA | 8 mi | $21.09/hr | 231,105 |
| Chesapeake, VA | 13 mi | $21.09/hr | 254,997 |
| Richmond, VA | 77 mi | $21.58/hr | 233,655 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 101 mi | $19.63/hr | 54,541 |
| Greenville, NC | 104 mi | $17.87/hr | 95,138 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 135 mi | $22.04/hr | 56,764 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Virginia · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia 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 Portsmouth, VA?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area have a median pay of $21.09 per hour, about $43,870 a year. The middle half earn between $18.06 and $22.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portsmouth a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk ranks 123rd of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 117th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in Portsmouth?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Portsmouth. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Portsmouth.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Portsmouth as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Portsmouth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portsmouth is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 Portsmouth?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 3 postings$27.16/ hr$22–$33
- VCU Health SystemRichmond, VA · 3 postings$22.20/ hr$18–$26
- 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$18Median$25.29High$33
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- MEDICAL SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (STERILE PROCESSING)Permanent$46k–$60k/ year
- Sterile Processing Tech -Stony PointPermanent$20.00–$26.39/ hour
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