Scholarships Are Currently Available!
Surgical Technologists are vital healthcare professionals who play a crucial role in the operating room. They prepare patients for surgery, sterilize instruments, and assist surgeons during procedures, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Their quick thinking and attention to detail help save lives and improve patient outcomes. Key characteristics include their teamwork, precision, and dedication. Surgical technologists make a significant positive impact on the well-being of their communities by supporting successful surgeries and patient care.
Salary Range
- $47,000 – $70,000/ year
Education & Timeframe
- Start Your Journey: High School Diploma or GED Duration: ~4 years
- Advance Your Expertise: Complete an Accredited Surgical Technology Program Certificate or Associate’s Degree Duration: ~1-2 years
- Gain hands-on experience in operating rooms. Stay current with surgical techniques, sterile procedures, patient care practices, and relevant research
Scholarship Opportunities
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Nevada Health Workforce Pipeline Grant (NHWPG) will focus on providing funding opportunities that are intended to disseminate financial relief and incentivize individuals to pursue careers in a variety of health-related fields. The expected outcome for these funds is to support and expand the opportunity to increase the number of qualified and competent professionals in the health workforce to improve the overall health of our communities. For more information on the ARPA Nevada Health Workforce Pipeline Grant, please contact Ryan Mills at rmills@health.nv.gov.
Academic Institutions
- Truckee Meadows Community College, Reno:
- College of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas:
- Nevada Career Institute:
Additional Information
- Surgical Technologist: Job, Career Path, Salary| Coursera
- Surgical Assistants and Technologists: Occupational Outlook Handbook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Foundation for Surgical Technology
- The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Career Choices & Growth
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