Career College Degrees
Everest College Surgical Technologist Degree 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 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.
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 will 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 will be eligible to take the national certification exam.
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About Everest College
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We have instructors with real-world experience.
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Many of our career programs can be completed in nine months, which means you could be working in your new career in less than a year.
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At Everest, training you for a career doesn't stop at graduation. Each campus has a Career Placement Office staffed with dedicated Career Placement Representatives who can assist you with everything from interviewing skills to improving your resume.
Employers recognize the quality of our graduates.
Employers hire Everest graduates because they recognize the quality of training we provide. They understand that our graduates have the kind of career training it takes to succeed in their chosen profession.