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Surgical Technician
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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Surgical Technologist jobs in Nashville, TN
Surgical Technologists in the Nashville area earn a median of $29.04 per hour, about $60,410 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $25.06 and $31.09. That ranks 162nd of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 168th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Nashville. The free report below lists employers near Nashville and what they pay.
- $29.04median pay per hour, Nashville
- $25–$31typical range per hour
- 900surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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12 more open roles from employers in Nashville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Surgical Tech-Adult Cardiac Team
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Per diemPosted 7 days ago
Surgical Tech II PRN, MCE Team
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Surgical Tech II OR, Vascular/Thoracic - $20k Bonus
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist Joint Replacement
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Tech Procurement
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist Main Operating Room
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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Certified Surgical Technologist
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Tech CVOR
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist Float Pool
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist Obstetrics
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Surgical Tech II, GI Endoscopy Lab
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Surgical Technologist pay in Nashville, TN
The metro median is 7% above the Tennessee statewide median of $27.10 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 900 surgical technologists employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.11).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.22 | $50,380 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.06 | $52,120 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.04 | $60,410 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.09 | $64,670 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.11 | $79,270 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Nashville ranks
- 162nd of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 168th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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.
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- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.04 median hour buys what $30.14 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Nashville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,045
- Per year: $52,272
- Per month: $4,356
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Nashville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $222 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,156 |
| 13-week assignment | $28,028 |
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).
Open Surgical Technologist roles in Tennessee
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Nashville as they open.
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Endovascular Surgical Technician
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$27.97–$41.60/ hour
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Certified Surgical Technician
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$23.11–$34.38/ hour
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Hospitals in Nashville
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, 5 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Metro Nashville General Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System Nashville, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Skyline Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Middle Tn Mental Health Institute Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, TN | 14 mi | $29.04/hr | 63,947 |
| Franklin, TN | 18 mi | $29.04/hr | 89,142 |
| Clarksville, TN | 41 mi | $27.10/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 59 mi | $23.22/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 101 mi | $25.79/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 102 mi | $25.79/hr | 230,402 |
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 Nashville, TN?
Surgical Technologists in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $29.04 per hour, about $60,410 a year. The middle half earn between $25.06 and $31.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nashville a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 168th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 162nd of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Nashville?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Nashville 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 Nashville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Nashville is $222 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,156 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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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
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: 2 Surg Tech roles
- Endovascular Surgical TechnicianPermanent$27.97–$41.60/ hour
- Certified Surgical TechnicianPermanent$23.11–$34.38/ hour
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