Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
Surgical Technologists
SOC: 29-2055 O*NET: 29-2055.00
Median Salary
$62,830
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.5%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$37,698
25th
$50,264
50th (Median)
$62,830
75th
$75,396
90th
$94,245
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:115,600
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.5%
Annual Openings:7,000
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)115,600
Current
2034 (Projected)120,800
+4.5%
+5,200
Employment Change
+4.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Time Management
Time Management
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Management of Material Resources
Management of Material Resources
✓
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Maintenance
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
English Language
✓
Education and Training
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year