Per diemPosted 28 days ago
Certified Surgical Technician - Per Diem - Warren Campus
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
$24.75–$39.60/ hour
Surgical Technologist jobs in Bethlehem, PA
Surgical Technologists in the Bethlehem area earn a median of $29.44 per hour, about $61,220 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $27.76 and $35.37. That ranks 141st of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 185th of 261 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Bethlehem and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bethlehem.
- $29.44median pay per hour, Allentown
- $28–$35typical range per hour
- 410surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 1% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $29.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 410 surgical technologists employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.51).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.51 | $48,900 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.76 | $57,740 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.44 | $61,220 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.37 | $73,570 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.49 | $75,900 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Bethlehem ranks
- 141st of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 185th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 11 Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem
- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.44 median hour buys what $29.45 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Bethlehem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,060
- Per year: $52,992
- Per month: $4,416
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bethlehem
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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 Bethlehem
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lukes Hospital Bethlehem, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 6 mi | $29.44/hr | 127,138 |
| Reading, PA | 35 mi | $31.27/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 42 mi | $32.14/hr | 91,193 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $31.23/hr | 1,573,916 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 49 mi | $37.84/hr | 57,487 |
| Camden, NJ | 50 mi | $31.23/hr | 71,749 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Pennsylvania · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem, PA?
Surgical Technologists in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $29.44 per hour, about $61,220 a year. The middle half earn between $27.76 and $35.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bethlehem a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 185th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 141st of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Bethlehem?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Bethlehem.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Bethlehem as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bethlehem is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Bethlehem?
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- 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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