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Surgical Technologist - Marietta
Program Info
Surgical Technologist Program
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 may 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.
Surgical Technologist Class Training
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.
Additional training includes: anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, professional ethics, medical terminology, and CPR certification. Prior to graduation, students may also get experience in an operating room, working under the supervision of a nurse or operating room technician.
Surgical Technologist Career Opportunities
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.
Upon completion of the program, you may be eligible to take the national certification exam.
*Source: Adapted from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S, Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, http://www.bls.gov/oco. Your own hard work, professionalism, experience, work attitude, local market and other factors can impact your personal employment opportunities and pay.
* Schedules subject to change. Please contact the campus for current schedule.
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