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Surgical Technician - Per Diem
US Oncology Network · Bowie, MD
$22.17–$46.10/ hour
Surgical Technologist jobs in Gaithersburg, MD
Surgical Technologists in the Gaithersburg area earn a median of $36.87 per hour, about $76,680 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.51 and $40.07. That ranks 34th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 51st of 261 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Gaithersburg and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Gaithersburg and what they pay.
- $36.87median pay per hour, Washington
- $30–$40typical range per hour
- 1,370surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 15% above the Maryland statewide median of $32.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 1,370 surgical technologists employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.60).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.79 | $47,400 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.51 | $61,380 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.87 | $76,680 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.07 | $83,350 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.92 | $99,670 | 59% above U.S. median |
How Gaithersburg ranks
- 34th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 51st of 261 after adjusting for local prices
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.
What your pay buys in Gaithersburg
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.87 median hour buys what $33.86 buys at the national price level, 12% above 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 Gaithersburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,327
- Per year: $66,366
- Per month: $5,530
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gaithersburg
| 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 the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area, 5 of the 15 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Fairfax, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Washington Hospital Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockville, MD | 5 mi | $36.87/hr | 68,417 |
| Washington, DC | 19 mi | $36.87/hr | 702,250 |
| Baltimore, MD | 33 mi | $33.15/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 78 mi | $28.88/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 80 mi | $29.68/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $31.23/hr | 73,176 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Maryland · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maryland
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maryland 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 Gaithersburg, MD?
Surgical Technologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $36.87 per hour, about $76,680 a year. The middle half earn between $29.51 and $40.07 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gaithersburg a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 51st of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 34th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Gaithersburg?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gaithersburg.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Gaithersburg as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland 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 Gaithersburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gaithersburg 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.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- University of Maryland Medical SystemLargo, MD · 2 postings$36.02/ hr$28–$46
- Adventist HealthFort Washington, MD · 2 postings$35.62/ hr$29–$42
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$48.62/ hr$31–$60
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 10 postings$47.95/ hr$32–$62
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Low$27Median$34.59High$46
7 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Maryland, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Certified Operating Room TechnicianPermanent$28.50–$46.39/ hour
- Surgical Technologist I, PRNPer diem$28.82–$40.35/ hour
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