Western Iowa
Surgical Technologists 29-2055
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promising occupation
Description
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.
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Location
Education Requirements
Postsecondary nondegree award
Growth Opportunity
9.52% growth rate
10 annual job openings
Wage Range
$21/hour
17.84
20.73
50th percentile
24.42
Required Work Experience
None
On-The-Job Training
None
(no occupation-specific training required)
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