Average Travel Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) Salary

Explore current salary data for travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) jobs

Average weekly pay for travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) jobs

$1,633 /week

Range: $1,062-$2,201 per week

Pay listed above is based on 90 open travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) jobs with a schedule of at least 36 hours per week as of 05/01/26. Travel pay includes both taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.
$1,062 $1,633 $2,201 Low Average High

Top 5 highest-paying travel Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) jobs

Profession Specialty Location Salary
Surgical Services Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) Connecticut $1976.60 to $2201.60 weekly
Surgical Services Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) Oregon $1951.00 to $2181.00 weekly
Surgical Services Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) Indiana $1947.00 to $2163.80 weekly
Surgical Services Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) New Hampshire $1926.00 to $2134.00 weekly
Surgical Services Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) New York $1883.00 to $2102.40 weekly

Pay listed above includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.

Travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) frequently asked questions

What is the average weekly salary for a travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST)?

The average pay for travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) is $1,633. Depending on location, specialty and other factors, pay ranges from $1,062 to $2,201 for travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST).

What factors influence travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) weekly pay?

A variety of factors impact pay, including your specialty and location. Assignments with rapid start dates or in hard-to-fill locations often pay more.

Does location impact travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) salary?

Yes, location plays a role in how much travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) jobs make. States with higher costs of living or bigger staffing shortages tend to offer higher pay. When you log in to your Aya account and search jobs, you can easily sort by pay to find our highest-paying opportunities.

Are housing and travel expenses included in the listed salary?

travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST) weekly pay listed on our site includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements. Your recruiter can provide details on the pay breakdown for the specific job you’re interested in.

How can I maximize my earning potential as a travel certified OR tech / surgical tech (CST)?

When it comes to earning higher pay, flexibility is key — especially with location. Aya makes it easy to find the highest-paying jobs. Log in and find your perfect match today.

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