PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Surg Tech
Yale New Haven Health · Milford, CT
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Surgical Technologist jobs in Milford, CT
The median surgical technologist pay in Connecticut is $38.74 per hour ($80,590 a year), with the typical range running from $30.59 to $43.79. That is 28% above the U.S. median of $30.21 per hour. The federal per diem for travel assignments in Milford is $130 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Milford.
- $38.74median pay per hour, Connecticut
- $31–$44typical range per hour
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Surgical Technologist pay in Milford, CT
Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 1,220 surgical technologists employed in Connecticut.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.30 | $48,460 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.59 | $63,630 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $38.74 | $80,590 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.79 | $91,080 | 45% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.21 | $102,360 | 63% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Surgical Technologists (SOC 29-2055), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,395
- Per year: $69,732
- Per month: $5,811
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Milford
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,470 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,110 |
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).
Open Surgical Technologist roles in Connecticut
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Surgical Technologist
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$33.10–$52.95/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$33.10–$52.95/ hour
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$33.10–$52.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Surgical Technologist
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$33.10–$52.95/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Surgical Technologist Surgery Center
Fresenius Medical Care · Fairfield, CT
$26.00–$41.00/ hour
Surgical Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Haven, CT | 6 mi | $38.74/hr | 55,379 |
| Bridgeport, CT | 7 mi | $40.36/hr | 151,599 |
| New Haven, CT | 9 mi | $37.34/hr | 137,562 |
| Norwalk, CT | 21 mi | $38.74/hr | 93,661 |
| Waterbury, CT | 23 mi | $37.99/hr | 115,908 |
| Danbury, CT | 25 mi | $40.36/hr | 88,692 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Connecticut · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Milford, CT?
Surgical Technologists in Connecticut have a median pay of $38.74 per hour, about $80,590 a year. The middle half earn between $30.59 and $43.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Milford as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Milford?
The federal per diem benchmark in Milford is $130 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,470 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 4 postings$43.03/ hr$33–$53
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$48.62/ hr$31–$60
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 10 postings$47.95/ hr$32–$62
- Fairview Health ServicesBurnsville, MN · 6 postings$46.05/ hr$32–$54
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2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$43.03High$53
5 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Connecticut, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical TechnologistPermanent$33.10–$52.95/ hour
- Certified Surgical TechnologistPermanent$33.10–$52.95/ hour
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