Career opportunities for the surgical technologist are projected to increase as the number of surgical procedures for a growing and aging population escalates. Learn the skills to assist with surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. Become a valuable member of an operating-room team by performing tasks vital to a successful surgery.

You will be responsible for essential duties before, during and after surgical procedures. Tasks include the preparation of operating room and patients, organization and maintenance of instruments and equipment, cleaning of operating room, and replenishment of supplies.

The Surgical Technologist program provides training in the areas of:

• Proper Aseptic Techniques For Preventing And Controlling Infection.
• Recognition Of Basic Instrument Sets (major, minor, and plastic).
• Ability To Position Patients With Confidence And Ease.
• Knowledge Of The General Makeup Of The Mayo Tray And Back Table.
• Ability To Function Effectively As A Member Of A Surgical Team.

The program combines classroom instruction with supervised clinical experience. Additional training includes: anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, professional ethics, medical terminology, and CPR certification. Prior to graduation, students will also get experience in an operating room, working under the supervision of a nurse or operating room technician.

There are an abundance of employment opportunities in hospital operating or delivery rooms, clinics, surgical centers, and physician or dentist offices that include outpatient surgery.

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