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Surgical Technologist jobs in Roanoke, VA
The median surgical technologist pay in the Roanoke area is $29.18 per hour ($60,700 a year), with the typical range running from $22.37 to $38.19. 6 open roles with published pay are listed for Roanoke. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Roanoke. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Roanoke.
- $29.18median pay per hour, Roanoke
- $22–$38typical range per hour
- 190surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 6open roles with published pay
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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST CERTIFIED -New hire sign on bonus of up to $20,000, up to $7,000 in relocation assistance is available.
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$25.77–$38.66/ hour
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Surgical Technologist II
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$25.77–$38.66/ hour
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Clinical Associate - 9 CST Medical Cardiac PCU - FT
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$18.70–$26.18/ hour
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Clinical Associate - 9 CST ICU - FT
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$18.70–$26.18/ hour
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Get my free pay reportSurgical Technologist pay in Roanoke, VA
The metro median is 4% below the Virginia statewide median of $30.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 190 surgical technologists employed in the Roanoke metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.67).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.30 | $35,980 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.37 | $46,530 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.18 | $60,700 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.19 | $79,440 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.19 | $79,440 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Roanoke ranks
- 156th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 127th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 Virginia 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 Roanoke
- Overall prices in Roanoke run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.18 median hour buys what $31.17 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Roanoke paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,050
- Per year: $52,524
- Per month: $4,377
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Roanoke metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Roanoke
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,351 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,563 |
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 Roanoke
CMS lists 1 hospital in Roanoke, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carilion Medical Center Roanoke, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VA | 43 mi | $28.50/hr | 80,301 |
| Greensboro, NC | 82 mi | $25.31/hr | 307,381 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 83 mi | $28.81/hr | 255,769 |
| Burlington, NC | 87 mi | $28.23/hr | 61,365 |
| High Point, NC | 89 mi | $25.31/hr | 118,601 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 100 mi | $30.51/hr | 51,164 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Virginia · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia 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 Roanoke, VA?
Surgical Technologists in the Roanoke metro area have a median pay of $29.18 per hour, about $60,700 a year. The middle half earn between $22.37 and $38.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Roanoke a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Roanoke ranks 127th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 156th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Roanoke?
We list 6 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Roanoke. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Roanoke.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Roanoke as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Roanoke?
The federal per diem benchmark in Roanoke is $119 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,351 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Surg Tech pay reportRoanoke, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 6 postings$32.21/ hr$19–$39
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 7 postings$38.93/ hr$31–$54
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 11 postings$37.51/ hr$30–$45
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 3 postings$31.27/ hr$25–$44
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$36.75High$45
37 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Virginia, 30 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 37 Surg Tech roles
- SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST CERTIFIEDPermanent$25.77–$38.66/ hour
- Certified Surgical Technologist - New hire Sign on Bonus $20K, up to $7,000 in relocation assistance is available.Permanent$25.77–$38.66/ hour
+ 35 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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