- Open jobs
- 26
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $37.40/hour
- Pay range
- $24.15 – $68.72/hour
- Median wage in California (BLS)
- $39.09/hour
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Surgical Technologist pay in California
The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in California is $39.09 per hour ($81,307 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $37.40/hour, from $24.15 to $68.72. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Surgical Technologist jobs in California
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network | 16 | $31.15/hr |
| AHS Staffing | 10 | $46.67/hr |
Cities with the most Surgical Technologist jobs
Templeton (4), Los Angeles (4), San Diego (4), Torrance (2), Chico (1), San Luis Obispo (1), Santa Rosa (1), Downey (1), Arcata (1), Sylmar (1), San Rafael (1), Turlock (1)
FAQ
How much does a Surgical Technologist make in California?
The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in California is $39.09 per hour (about $81,307 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Surgical Technologist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $37.40 per hour.
How many Surgical Technologist jobs are open in California?
26 Surgical Technologist jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.