Okay, let’s tackle this. So Jeanene has 18 years of experience as a surgical technologist, which is a long time. The median annual salary for surgical technologists in the US is around $47,000, but experienced ones can earn more. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top 10% of surgical technologists earn around $70,000 per year. Considering her experience and skills, I would estimate her hourly rate to be around $35–$50. However, since she has a strong background in patient safety and surgical procedures, I would round up to $75 per hour, which is on the higher end of the scale.