Surgical technologists
are integral members of a surgical team who work in conjunction with the
surgeon, anesthesiologist, and registered nurse in order to provide quality
patient care before, during, and after surgery. A surgical technologist's
role is broad. However, their primary function can be described as a sterile
member of the surgical team who passes instruments, sutures, and assists
the surgeon in retraction, hemostasis and many other surgical tasks. Surgical
technologists have primary responsibility for maintaining the sterile field,
being constantly alert to insure that all members of the team adhere to
aseptic technique.
Surgical Technologist are health care workers who assist with the patient care and related services in the operating room. They perform
as a member of the surgical team and prepare supplies and equipment for use in surgery. The Surgical Technologist has a great
responsibility for adhering to legal and ethical obligations at all times and to protect the patient as an individual.
This one-year program leads to a Certificate of Achievement and/or an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Surgical Technology.
Graduates have a knowledge of surgical aseptic technique and application: familiarity with surgical procedures, anatomy, physiology,
microbiology, pathology and the ability to meet the needs of the surgical team in areas where they are qualified.
Admission Checklist (pdf)
Program Application (pdf)
Certificate Education Plan (pdf)
Associates Degree Education Plan (pdf)
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