PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Endovascular Surgical Technician
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$27.97–$41.60/ hour
Surgical Technologist jobs in Johnson City, TN
Pay for surgical technologists in the Johnson City area centers on $25.60 per hour, or about $53,240 a year. The lower quarter earns under $23.04 and the upper quarter over $30.89. That ranks 222nd of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 195th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City. The free report below lists employers near Johnson City and what they pay.
- $25.60median pay per hour, Johnson City
- $23–$31typical range per hour
- 70surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Johnson City, TN
The metro median is 6% below the Tennessee statewide median of $27.10 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 70 surgical technologists employed in the Johnson City metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.95 | $45,660 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.04 | $47,920 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.60 | $53,240 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.89 | $64,250 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.89 | $64,250 | 2% above U.S. median |
How Johnson City ranks
- 222nd of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 195th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 7 Tennessee 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 Johnson City
- Overall prices in Johnson City run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.60 median hour buys what $29.11 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$922
- Per year: $46,080
- Per month: $3,840
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Johnson City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Johnson City
| 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).
Open Surgical Technologist roles in Tennessee
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Johnson City as they open.
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Certified Surgical Technician
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$23.11–$34.38/ hour
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Hospitals in Johnson City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Woods Community Hospital Johnson City, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Johnson City Medical Center Johnson City, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsport, TN | 15 mi | $26.04/hr | 57,109 |
| Asheville, NC | 54 mi | $30.19/hr | 94,992 |
| Knoxville, TN | 91 mi | $24.60/hr | 198,722 |
| Gastonia, NC | 101 mi | $29.96/hr | 85,535 |
| Mooresville, NC | 101 mi | $29.96/hr | 52,884 |
| Greenville, SC | 104 mi | $29.22/hr | 74,371 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Tennessee · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Johnson City, TN?
Surgical Technologists in the Johnson City metro area have a median pay of $25.60 per hour, about $53,240 a year. The middle half earn between $23.04 and $30.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Johnson City a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Johnson City ranks 195th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 222nd of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Johnson City?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City, led by Franklin Woods Community Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Johnson City as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Johnson City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Johnson City 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 Johnson City?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthCHATTANOOGA, TN · 2 postings$31.77/ hr$23–$42
- 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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Low$24Median$37.24High$50
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- Endovascular Surgical TechnicianPermanent$27.97–$41.60/ hour
- Certified Surgical TechnicianPermanent$23.11–$34.38/ hour
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