Customize Consent Preferences

We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below.

The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site. ... 

Always Active

Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site, such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data.

No cookies to display.

Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collecting feedback, and other third-party features.

No cookies to display.

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

No cookies to display.

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

No cookies to display.

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns.

No cookies to display.

Skip to content

The average salary for a Surgical Assistant in U.S. is $65,190.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $65,190

$37,210$101,180

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $31.34

$17.89$48.64

What does a Surgical Assistant earn?

On average, surgical assistants earn around $65,190 per year in the U.S., providing administrative and clinical support for surgical procedures. They work closely with specialized physicians, such as orthopedists and cardiovascular surgeons, and can be employed in a variety of healthcare facilities. Surgical assistants also regularly assist in the operating room, responsible for patient prep and positioning as well as other important tasks.

How to earn more as a Surgical Assistant

To become a surgical assistant, you will need to have completed a course in Surgical Technology, Health Sciences, or similar healthcare related fields. Alternatively, you could look into degree apprenticeship programs within the healthcare industry. To advance your career as a surgical assistant, you can look into specialising in surgical techniques such as operating, operating room management and similar roles. Becoming self-employed may also be a viable option, or you can look into setting up your own surgery or medical center.