Description: Surgical Technologists assist with operations by preparing the operating room and gathering the appropriate equipment.
Duties:
- Prepare operating rooms
- Sterilize instruments/surgical supplies
- Keep count of instruments/surgical supplies
- Pass equipment to surgeons during operation
- Maintain sterile environment
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Training:
- Requires a diploma, certificate, or associate’s degree, from a surgical technology program
- Degree can be attained in several months to 2 years
- Coursework in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, patient safety, infection control, and the use of medical equipment
Work Environment: hospitals
Salary: $44,940 (annual mean wage for Pennsylvania)
Job Outlook: Expected to increase by 12% from 2016-2026
(Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/surgical-technologists.htm#tab-2)