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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.



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$59.1k

Annual median Salary

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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)

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