- Open jobs
- 10
- Agencies hiring
- 3
- Median pay in listings
- $55.43/hour
- Pay range
- $49.17 – $63.45/hour
- Median wage in Kentucky (BLS)
- $29.08/hour
Surgical Tech
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Surgical Technologist pay in Kentucky
The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in Kentucky is $29.08 per hour ($60,486 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $55.43/hour, from $49.17 to $63.45. 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 Kentucky; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Surgical Technologist jobs in Kentucky
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network | 5 | — |
| AHS Staffing | 4 | $55.43/hr |
| Care Team Solutions | 1 | $49.17/hr |
Cities with the most Surgical Technologist jobs
Louisville (4), Lexington (3), Paducah (2), Hazard (1)
FAQ
How much does a Surgical Technologist make in Kentucky?
The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in Kentucky is $29.08 per hour (about $60,486 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 $55.43 per hour.
How many Surgical Technologist jobs are open in Kentucky?
10 Surgical Technologist jobs from 3 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 Kentucky; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.