About
Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$59.1k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
25%
Associate's degree
16%
Post-baccalaureate certificate
15%
Post-secondary certificate
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)
Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
Surgical First Assistant
Surgical Technician (Surgical Tech)