Surgical Technologist jobs in the USA

Surgical Technologist pay in the USA

The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in the US is $31.08 per hour ($64,646 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $48.99/hour, from $18.16 to $76.83. 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 the state where they work; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Surgical Technologist jobs

Surgical Technologist jobs by state

FAQ

How much does a Surgical Technologist make in the USA?

The median wage for Surgical Technologist jobs in the US is $31.08 per hour (about $64,646 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 $48.99 per hour.

How many Surgical Technologist jobs are open in the USA?

341 Surgical Technologist jobs from 6 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 the state where they work; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.