Surgical Technologist jobs in North Carolina

Surgical Technologist pay in North Carolina

The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in North Carolina is $29.29 per hour ($60,923 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $53.00/hour, from $39.16 to $58.20. 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 North Carolina; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Surgical Technologist jobs in North Carolina

Cities with the most Surgical Technologist jobs

Asheville (12), Hickory (1), Hendersonville (1), Lumberton (1), Concord (1)

FAQ

How much does a Surgical Technologist make in North Carolina?

The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in North Carolina is $29.29 per hour (about $60,923 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 $53.00 per hour.

How many Surgical Technologist jobs are open in North Carolina?

16 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 North Carolina; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.