PermanentPosted today
Surgical Technologist - MEE- Longwood
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$31.98–$50.25/ hour
New this week
Surgical Technologist jobs in Lawrence, MA
Surgical Technologists in the Lawrence area earn a median of $37.75 per hour, about $78,520 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.26 and $47.47. That ranks 24th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 39th of 261 once local prices are factored in. 24 open roles with published pay are listed for Lawrence and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Lawrence and what they pay.
- $37.75median pay per hour, Boston
- $30–$47typical range per hour
- 1,680surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 24open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Surgical Technologist roles near Lawrence
Roles in other cities of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area.
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Surgical Technologist, Certified - Operating Room (24 Hours, Nights, Saturday & Sunday 7p-7a Trauma Coverage)
Boston Medical Center · Brockton, MA
$34.65–$51.48/ hour
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Surgical Technologist II- Operating Room (40 hours 2X12 and 2X8)
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$33.25–$40.53/ hour
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist (40 Hours, Days/Evenings)
Boston Medical Center · Brockton, MA
$34.65–$51.48/ hour
Top 25% pay
Per diemPosted 14 days ago
LABOR AND DELIVERY Surgical Technologist PER DIEM BWH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$35.00–$50.25/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
OB Surgical Technologist- 12 Hours Sat 7-730p
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$33.25–$40.53/ hour
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Surgical Technologist BWH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$35.00–$42.83/ hour
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technician, Outpatient Surgery (40 hours, Day/Evening) - Sign On Bonus Available
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$38.94–$49.38/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technician, Inpatient Surgery (36 hours, Day/Evening) - Sign On Bonus Available
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$38.94–$49.38/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Surgical Tech II - MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$31.98–$50.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Operating Room Surgical Technologist BWH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$35.00–$42.83/ hour
PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Surgical Technologist - MEE Longwood
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$35.00–$42.83/ hour
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Named employers near Lawrence, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring surgical technologists near Lawrence
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 16 | $38.91 |
| Boston Medical Center | 8 | $44.16 |
Surgical Technologist pay in Lawrence, MA
The metro median is in line with the Massachusetts statewide median of $37.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 1,680 surgical technologists employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.63 | $49,150 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.26 | $62,940 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $37.75 | $78,520 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.47 | $98,740 | 57% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.08 | $124,970 | 99% above U.S. median |
How Lawrence ranks
- 24th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 39th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Massachusetts 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.
What your pay buys in Lawrence
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.75 median hour buys what $34.87 buys at the national price level, 15% 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 Lawrence paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,359
- Per year: $67,950
- Per month: $5,662
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lawrence
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $137 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,519 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,747 |
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 Lawrence
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital Lawrence, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 7 mi | $37.75/hr | 68,291 |
| Lowell, MA | 9 mi | $37.75/hr | 120,418 |
| Nashua, NH | 17 mi | $33.00/hr | 91,851 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Massachusetts · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Lawrence, MA?
Surgical Technologists in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $37.75 per hour, about $78,520 a year. The middle half earn between $30.26 and $47.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawrence a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 39th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 24th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Lawrence?
We list 24 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lawrence.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Lawrence as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Lawrence?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lawrence is $137 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,519 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Surg Tech pay reportLawrence, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 8 postings$44.16/ hr$34–$51
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 25 postings$38.91/ hr$30–$62
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 6 postings$36.13/ hr$23–$52
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 2 postings$35.55/ hr$32–$39
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$38.91High$50
41 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 29 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 41 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical Tech - NantucketPermanent$30.12–$57.18/ hour
- Surgical Technologist - MEE- LongwoodPermanent$31.98–$50.25/ hour
+ 39 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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