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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY. A CHALLENGING AND REWARDING CAREER. WHAT IS A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST?. The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. WHAT IS A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST?.

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

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  1. SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY A CHALLENGING AND REWARDING CAREER

  2. WHAT IS A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST? The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure

  3. WHAT IS A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST? He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon

  4. TYPICAL DUTIES • Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure • Scrubs, gowns, and gloves • Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure • Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed

  5. TYPICAL DUTIES • Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants • Helps in draping sterile field • Passes instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedure • Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure • Prepares sterile dressings

  6. INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES

  7. TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  8. WORKING WITH OTHERS • Surgical Technologists work as part of the surgical team

  9. WORKING HOURS • Various shifts – 8 hours, 10 hours, 12 hours • Common hours – 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (May be on call)

  10. BENEFITS • Excellent benefits - health insurance, life insurance & others

  11. ADVANTAGES OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY • Exciting • Interesting • Fast-Paced • You Make a Difference • Instant Gratification

  12. ADVANTAGES OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY • One of the fastest rates of employment • Rewarding and Fulfilling • Good Pay • Versatility • Potential for job security

  13. DISADVANTAGES OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY • Stand on your feet • May work through lunch • Can be stressful

  14. EDUCATION York Technical College

  15. COURSES TO TAKE IN HIGH SCHOOL? • Biology • Anatomy & Physiology • Microbiology

  16. What are the steps to enrolling in the Surgical Technology program?

  17. Complete and submit a York Technical College Application Take the placement test or submit SAT/ACT scores Submit college transcripts (if applicable) Meet with an Admissions Counselor Be accepted to the Pre-Surgical Tech program Work with your advisor each term

  18. Meet requirements for program goal • Meet with an Admissions Counselor • Pay the $50.00 wait list fee • Pay the $100.00 deposit when seat is available • Maintain 2.0 GPR each semester • Fulfill entry criteria - Physical Exam Clinical Site Clearance • Criminal Background Check • Drug Screen Health and liability insurance

  19. Students must submit a completed student health form and 3 copies to include the following: • Physical Assessment • Proof of two MMR vaccinations AND Rubella titer is required or if no proof of MMR is available you must have titers for each(Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) • Varicella (Chicken Pox) titer required • Proof of Diphtheria-Tetanus Booster (Last booster must have been received within the past 10 years.) • Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended (Documentation of declination is required if student does not have the vaccine.) • Proof of 2 step PPD within 3 months prior to entry of program is required. • Physician’s evaluation

  20. What is the employment outlook for graduates of the Surgical Technology Program?

  21. Education Hospitals Sales Employment can be found in: • Hospitals • Physician’s Offices • Veterinarian's offices • Commercial Sales • Management • Education Graduates of this program have successfully gained employment since the program began 30 plus years ago. Dr. Offices ?

  22. OUTLOOK Yahoo Careers, April 2009 states; • Surgical Technologist:  “Job growth for this profession is "much faster than average," according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with 24 percent growth expected between now and 2016”

  23. What is the salary range for graduates of this program?

  24. SALARY • The entry-level average salary range is $25,000 to $32,700 per year. • Approximately $12.50 to $15.72 per hr. • Earning potential is higher for more advanced training such as CST II, CST III, and CFA Credentials.

  25. What types of surgery will I participate in?

  26. Surgical Technologists are trained in several surgical specialties These include : • General • Orthopedic • Plastic • Obstetrics/gynecology • ENT • Ophthalmology • Neuro • Cardiovascular • Genitourinary • Thoracic

  27. How much time should I expect to spend in this program to be successful?

  28. The program is very demanding! • Between the coursework and the clinical rotations, successful students should plan to devote approximately 40 hours per week each semester to their education.

  29. This schedule can make it challenging to be employed full-time while enrolled in the program. • For students who must work, it is highly recommended that they work no more than 20 hours per week.

  30. Can the clinical environment be stressful?

  31. It can be extremely stressful! • The operating room environment is unique in that many other patient care components “feed” into surgery • The successful student must be willing to accept constructive criticism and learn from the many stressful experiences that are encountered in the clinical setting.

  32. Is Surgical Technology Rewarding?

  33. We touch the lives of people everyday

  34. We work to saveand to improve the quality of lifeHOW EXCITING!

  35. WE HAVE COME A LONG WAY FROM THIS….

  36. TO THIS…. ROBOTIC SURGERY

  37. AND THIS… ORGAN RETRIVAL

  38. SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST AT WORK TO THE MIRACLE OF BIRTH!

  39. Everyday brings a new adventure Surgical Technology is Exciting and rewarding

  40. What types of patients and diseases may I encounter?

  41. Many surgical patients can be quite ill • Surgical Technologists may be exposed to many different types of diseases such as AIDS and tuberculosis. • However! Students enrolled in the program learn safety precautions to protect themselves from contracting a disease.

  42. Will I actually be required to touch patients?

  43. Yes!

  44. Will I see blood in the clinical setting?

  45. Definitely!!!

  46. Is there a great deal of physical work associated with this field?

  47. Yes! Patients must be positioned for surgery so this may require lifting and moving by the surgical technologist. • The surgical technologist will also be operating heavy equipment (microscopes, video towers) that will need to be manipulated. • There is also a great deal of standing and walking.

  48. Are there opportunities for advancement in this career?

  49. Careers Other Careers in Surgical Technology • Private Scrub • CFA (First Assistant) • Education • Medical Sales • Central Service

  50. What type of special skills do I need to possess in order to be a successful surgical technologist?

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