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Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Average Surgical Technologist First Assistant Hourly Pay

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$25.53
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$19.09
MEDIAN
$25.53
90%
$35.28

The average hourly pay for a Surgical Technologist First Assistant is $25.53 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$19 - $35
Bonus
$217 - $5k
Profit Sharing
$484 - $5k
Commission
$0 - $328
Total Pay
$40k - $75k
Based on 4,942 salary profiles (last updated Jul 03 2024)
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3.8 out of 5
(483)
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Common Health Benefits for a Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Medical
77%
Dental
71%
Vision
65%
None
22%

Gender Breakdown for Surgical Technologist First Assistants

Female
81.1%
Male
18.1%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 1,325 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Surgical Technologist First Assistants

What is the highest pay for Surgical Technologist First Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Surgical Technologist First Assistant is $35.28 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Surgical Technologist First Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Surgical Technologist First Assistant is $19.09 / hour

How can Surgical Technologist First Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Surgical Technologist First Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Surgical Technologist First Assistant that oversees more junior Surgical Technologist First Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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