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Clinical Specialist, CST - Brick, NJ
Medtronic · Eatontown, NJ
$76k–$114k/ year
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Surgical Technologist jobs in New Brunswick, NJ
Pay for surgical technologists in the New Brunswick area centers on $37.84 per hour, or about $78,710 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.93 and the upper quarter over $43.87. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in New Brunswick. That ranks 23rd of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 58th of 261 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Brunswick.
- $37.84median pay per hour, New York
- $31–$44typical range per hour
- 5,730surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Get my free pay reportSurgical Technologist pay in New Brunswick, NJ
The metro median is 10% above the New Jersey statewide median of $34.31 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 5,730 surgical technologists employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.83).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.57 | $53,190 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.93 | $64,330 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Median | $37.84 | $78,710 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.87 | $91,250 | 45% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.24 | $102,420 | 63% above U.S. median |
How New Brunswick ranks
- 23rd of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 58th 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 New Brunswick
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.84 median hour buys what $33.62 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 New Brunswick paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,362
- Per year: $68,112
- Per month: $5,676
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Brunswick
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,414 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,382 |
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 New Brunswick
CMS lists 3 hospitals in New Brunswick, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Peter's University Hospital New Brunswick, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Specialized Hospital New Brunswick, NJ | Children's | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plainfield, NJ | 9 mi | $37.84/hr | 56,507 |
| Perth Amboy, NJ | 9 mi | $37.84/hr | 56,939 |
| Trenton, NJ | 25 mi | $32.14/hr | 91,193 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in New Jersey · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Jersey
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Jersey 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 New Brunswick, NJ?
Surgical Technologists in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $37.84 per hour, about $78,710 a year. The middle half earn between $30.93 and $43.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Brunswick a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 58th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 23rd of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in New Brunswick?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the New York-Newark-Jersey City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Brunswick.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in New Brunswick as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 New Brunswick?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Brunswick is $122 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,414 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in New Brunswick?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationDenville, NJ · 2 postings$28.43/ hr$24–$33
- 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$31.73High$47
5 Surg Tech postings with published pay in New Jersey, 3 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
- Clinical Specialist, CST - Brick, NJPermanent$76k–$114k/ year
- Operating Room TechnicianPermanent$23.83–$33.03/ hour
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