Assist surgeons during surgery by performing duties such as tissue retraction, insertion of tubes and intravenous lines, or closure of surgical wounds. Perform preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
Currently Employed: 378
Yearly Projected Openings: 20
Typical Hourly Wage: $16.40 - $26.79
Typical Annual Salary: $34,100 - $55,700
Typical education needed for entry: Postsecondary non-degree award
Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None
Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Short-term on-the-job training
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