Surgical Technician
Fast Growing
Growing
Steady Growth
Declining
Occupation Description
Surgical technologists help in operations under the direction of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical workers. They often assist in the set-up of the operating room, preparation and transport of individuals for surgery, setting of lights and apparatus, pass instruments and other articles to surgeons and surgeon's assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
Estimated Income
Lower End
Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Total Employees In 2010
97150
Job Openings By 2020
97150
Growth Rate
18.9%
Required Education
Postsecondary non-degree award
Specific Programs:
Required Work Experience
None