Surgical Technologist Education Resource Center
Find everything you'll need to know in order to become a surgical technologist.
Even though the surgeon gets all the credit for a successful surgery, the life of a patient depends in a very large part on the diligence and competence of the surgical technologist.
Surgical technologists are key members of the surgical team and as you'll need a cool head, a quick mind and an iron stomach to perform your job. Your duties will include preparing and sterilizing the OR for surgery, transporting patients to and from the OR, passing instruments to the attending surgeon, retracting the patient's tissues and suturing incisions.
Because contamination in the OR could be life-threatening for the patient on the table, the importance of the surgical tech cannot be underestimated.
Job Description
It's a great time to consider career training for a surgical technician job. Demand for these professionals is projected grow 25 percent by the year 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Surgical Technologist Salary
Three-quarters of surgical technologists work in hospitals, where they earn between $33,400 and $47,570 annually, but you might be surprised where they command the highest salaries.
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Surgical Technologist Certification
According to the Association of Surgical Technologists, most employers prefer to hire certified surgical technologists over their non-certified peers. Learn what you'll need to do to earn your certification.
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Education Resources
Certification
Learn how to become a certified surgical technologist.
Surgical Assistant vs. Surgical Tech
Find out what role a surgical assistant performs in the operating room.
Online Training
Learn why online surgical technician training is so appealing.
Career Resources
Job Description
Read about a Surgical Technician's Responsibilities.
Salary Information
Find information about salaries for different surgical technician positions.
Career Tips
Discover the keys to a successful career as a surgical technician.
The Phases of a Surgical Technologist
Learn the importance of a surgical technician's job in the operating room.