PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Central Service Technician II-Sterile Processing-Full Time-Evening-Tacoma
Kaiser Permanente · Tacoma, WA
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Tacoma, WA
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Tacoma area earn a median of $25.64 per hour, about $53,330 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.72 and $30.65. That ranks 25th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 65th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Tacoma. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Tacoma.
- $25.64median pay per hour, Seattle
- $21–$31typical range per hour
- 950employed in the metro area
- 111cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Sterile Processing Technician pay in Tacoma, WA
The metro median is 4% above the Washington statewide median of $24.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 950 medical equipment preparers employed in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.71 | $34,760 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.72 | $43,100 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.64 | $53,330 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.65 | $63,750 | 37% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.16 | $79,370 | 71% above U.S. median |
How Tacoma ranks
- 25th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 65th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Washington 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.
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- Overall prices in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.64 median hour buys what $23.07 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Tacoma paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$923
- Per year: $46,152
- Per month: $3,846
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tacoma
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $136 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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).
Open Sterile Processing Technician roles in Washington
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Central Sterile Technician, Certified
LifePoint Health · Kennewick, WA
$17.81–$27.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Tacoma
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tacoma, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph Medical Center Tacoma, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital Tacoma, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Tacoma, WA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital Tacoma, WA | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood, WA | 7 mi | $25.64/hr | 62,709 |
| Federal Way, WA | 7 mi | $25.64/hr | 100,252 |
| Lacey, WA | 21 mi | $22.47/hr | 58,644 |
| Olympia, WA | 25 mi | $22.47/hr | 56,271 |
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License and tax basics in Washington
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Washington 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 Tacoma, WA?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area have a median pay of $25.64 per hour, about $53,330 a year. The middle half earn between $20.72 and $30.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tacoma a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ranks 65th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 25th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Tacoma?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tacoma, led by St Joseph Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Tacoma as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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 Tacoma?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tacoma is $136 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 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 Tacoma?
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