Per diemPosted 26 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist, PRN
ScionHealth · Columbus, GA
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Surgical Technologist jobs in Columbus, GA
Surgical Technologists in the Columbus area earn a median of $23.74 per hour, about $49,370 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.92 and $27.81. That ranks 259th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 239th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Columbus. The free report below lists employers near Columbus and what they pay.
- $23.74median pay per hour, Columbus
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 120surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Surgical Technologist roles in Columbus
1 more open role from employers in Columbus. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Surgical Technologist pay in Columbus, GA
The metro median is 19% below the Georgia statewide median of $29.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 120 surgical technologists employed in the Columbus metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.37).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.58 | $38,650 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.92 | $47,670 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.74 | $49,370 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.81 | $57,840 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.27 | $60,880 | 3% below U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 259th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 239th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th of 11 Georgia metro areas
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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- Overall prices in Columbus run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% below the U.S. average (index 61.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.74 median hour buys what $26.59 buys at the national price level, 12% below the national median.
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.
Estimate your Columbus paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$855
- Per year: $42,732
- Per month: $3,561
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbus
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Columbus
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbus, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside Columbus, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | No |
| St Francis Hospital- Emory Healthcare Columbus, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | No |
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown Columbus, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| West Central Georgia Regional Hospital Columbus, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 71 mi | $24.07/hr | 86,199 |
| Macon, GA | 72 mi | $25.45/hr | 157,056 |
| Albany, GA | 76 mi | $24.75/hr | 66,705 |
| South Fulton, GA | 80 mi | $31.04/hr | 112,003 |
| Montgomery, AL | 82 mi | $22.75/hr | 195,818 |
| Atlanta, GA | 90 mi | $31.04/hr | 520,070 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Georgia · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Georgia
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Columbus
Columbus city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Columbus, GA?
Surgical Technologists in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $23.74 per hour, about $49,370 a year. The middle half earn between $22.92 and $27.81 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 239th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 259th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Columbus?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbus, led by Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Columbus as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Columbus?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbus is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Columbus?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- The Graivier Center, P.C.Alpharetta, GA · 1 wage offer$26.44/ hr$26–$26
- 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$24Median$37.24High$50
293 Surg Tech postings with published pay in the US, 229 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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