Surgical Technologist at a Glance
Looking for a quick overview of the Surgical Technologist program? Take a look at Surgical Technologist at a Glance for a short summary of what a surgical technologist does and the degrees and certificates we offer.
What Does a Surgical Technologist Do?
Duties include preparing the OR for surgery; scrubbing, gowning and gloving; creating and maintaining the sterile field; passing instruments and supplies to the attending surgeon; care and handling of specimens; retracting the patient’s tissues; and assisting with wound closure.
America’s Career Infonet gives detailed information about the skills, abilities, work activities and recommended education to become a surgical technologist and provides the following average salary and expected job growth statistics for surgical technologists in Texas:
| Job | Median Hourly Rate | Median Annual Salary | Projected Job Growth Through 2018 |
| Surgical technologist | $18.69 | $38,900 | +35% |
