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Surgical Technician

Surgical Technician

Industry
🏥Education and Health Services
Jobs per Year
171
Avg Houston Wage
$23

Career Overview

Surgical technicians work in operating rooms and help surgions by preparing patients and handing medical instruments to the surgeon. They have to keep the equipment sterilized and prepare patients before surgery.

As a surgical technician, you are able to enter the field after a short term certification program. You are also able to further advance you career through on the job training.

Requirements

Certification / License
Drug test
Background check

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There are 3 Training Programs available for this career path

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Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Interact with people

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$19 - $28/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$38 - $43/hr

Training Programs in Surgical Technician

These free and scholarship-based programs in Houston can help you launch this career path

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Surgical Technician
San Jacinto College
San Jacinto College
Now Enrolling

Surgical Technician

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 171Wage: $23-$41/hr
Duration This is typically a 2 year program.
Drug testrequires financial documentsrequires medical documents
Surgical Technician
Lone Star College Continuing Education
Lone Star College Continuing Education
Now Enrolling

Surgical Technician

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 171Wage: $23-$41/hr
Duration This is typically a 2 year program.
Drug testrequires financial documentsBackground check
Surgical Technician
HCC Continuing Education
HCC Continuing Education
Now Enrolling

Surgical Technician

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 171Wage: $23-$41/hr
Duration This is typically a 2 year program.
requires financial documentsrequires medical documentsBackground check
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