PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist Neuro Team
CommonSpirit Health · Lakewood, CO
$28.80–$47.52/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Surgical Technologist jobs in Thornton, CO
6 open roles with published pay are listed for Thornton and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Thornton. The free report below lists employers near Thornton and what they pay.
- 6open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Surgical Technologist roles near Thornton
Roles in other cities of the Denver-Aurora-Centennial area.
PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist
CommonSpirit Health · Lakewood, CO
$28.80–$47.52/ hour
Top 25% pay
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist Weekend Option
CommonSpirit Health · Lakewood, CO
$28.80–$47.52/ hour
Top 25% pay
Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Certified Surgical Services Technologist (CST)- Outpatient Medical Center (PRN)
Denver Health · Denver, CO
$29.57–$42.88/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Certified Surgical Services Technologist (CST)- Inpatient (Nights) - *$12,000 Retention Agreement*
Denver Health · Denver, CO
$29.57–$42.88/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Surgical Technologist (Certified) Labor & Delivery - Nights
Denver Health · Denver, CO
$29.57–$42.88/ hour
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Named employers near Thornton, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring surgical technologists near Thornton
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| CommonSpirit Health | 3 | $38.16 |
| Denver Health | 3 | $36.23 |
What your pay buys in Thornton
- Overall prices in Denver-Aurora-Centennial run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% above the U.S. average (index 146.9).
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.
Travel assignment per diem in Thornton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $194 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,002 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,026 |
Travel surgical technologist 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).
Hospitals in Thornton
CMS lists 1 hospital in Thornton, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Healthone Mountain Ridge Thornton, CO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Surgical Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield, CO | 6 mi | — | 78,323 |
| Westminster, CO | 7 mi | — | 115,302 |
| Boulder, CO | 18 mi | — | 106,803 |
| Longmont, CO | 19 mi | — | 99,818 |
| Loveland, CO | 35 mi | — | 81,102 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Colorado · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Colorado
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Colorado taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Thornton
Thornton city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Thornton?
We list 6 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Thornton.
Do I need a Colorado license to work in Thornton as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado 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 Thornton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Thornton is $194 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,002 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Thornton?
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Your Surg Tech pay reportThornton, CO · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthLakewood, CO · 6 postings$38.16/ hr$29–$50
- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 3 postings$36.23/ hr$30–$43
- Banner HealthGreeley, CO · 4 postings$31.92/ hr$24–$39
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$26Median$37.19High$48
14 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Colorado, 11 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical TechnologistPermanent$26.05–$39.07/ hour
- Certified Surgical Technologist Neuro TeamPermanent$28.80–$47.52/ hour
+ 12 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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