How much does a Operating Room Technician make in the United States? The average Operating Room Technician salary in the United States is $52,030 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $46,790 and $57,520. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Operating Room Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Operating Room Technician Salary $42,019 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Operating Room Technician Salary $46,790 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Operating Room Technician Salary $52,030 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Operating Room Technician Salary $57,520 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Operating Room Technician Salary $62,518 US March 26, 2024
25% $46,790 10% $42,019 90% $62,518 75% $57,520 $52,030 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Operating Room Technician prepares equipment, instruments, supplies, operating room, and patients and ensure sterile field. Assists medical team with preparations for surgical procedures and during the procedure. Being an Operating Room Technician maintains inventory of sterile supplies. Coordinates preparation or disposal of specimens and delivery to laboratory according to procedures. In addition, Operating Room Technician may assist in patient transport. Requires completion of surgical technologist training course. Requires a high school diploma. Requires CPR certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Operating Room Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as an Operating Room Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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