PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant | CVOR FA
Logan Health · Kalispell, MT
$32.25–$52.15/ hour
Top 25% pay
Surgical Technologist jobs in Great Falls, MT
The median surgical technologist pay in Montana is $29.14 per hour ($60,610 a year), with the typical range running from $24.34 to $31.54. That is 4% below the U.S. median of $30.21 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Great Falls. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Great Falls.
- $29.14median pay per hour, Montana
- $24–$32typical range per hour
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Great Falls, MT
Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 420 surgical technologists employed in Montana.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.33 | $40,210 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.34 | $50,630 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.14 | $60,610 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.54 | $65,600 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.33 | $75,570 | 20% 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.
What your pay buys in Great Falls
- Overall prices in Great Falls run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,049
- Per year: $52,452
- Per month: $4,371
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Montana. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Great Falls
| 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).
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Hospitals in Great Falls
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Great Falls, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benefis Hospitals Inc Great Falls, MT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Great Falls Clinic Hospital Great Falls, MT | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 126 mi | $29.48/hr | 57,894 |
| Missoula, MT | 135 mi | $29.61/hr | 78,204 |
| Billings, MT | 176 mi | $27.34/hr | 121,483 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 256 mi | $30.25/hr | 57,355 |
| Spokane Valley, WA | 277 mi | $34.55/hr | 108,267 |
| Spokane, WA | 286 mi | $34.55/hr | 230,609 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Montana · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Montana
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Montana 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 Great Falls, MT?
Surgical Technologists in Montana have a median pay of $29.14 per hour, about $60,610 a year. The middle half earn between $24.34 and $31.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do surgical technologists work in Great Falls?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Great Falls, led by Benefis Hospitals Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Great Falls as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana 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 Great Falls?
The federal per diem benchmark in Great Falls 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 Great Falls?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 6 postings$44.62/ hr$33–$51
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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.
3Open now: 1 Surg Tech roles
- Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant | CVOR FAPermanent$32.25–$52.15/ hour
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