Surgical Technologists by Tia Alexandria https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t en-us 2018-07-31 12:47:00 UTC 2018-07-31 12:56:16 UTC hello@padlet.com Job Description drummondtiandra https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551126 Surgical technologists typically do the following:

  • Prepare operating rooms for surgery
  • Sterilize equipment and make sure that there are adequate supplies for surgery
  • Ready patients for surgery, such as by washing and disinfecting incision sites
  • Help surgeons during surgery by passing them instruments and other sterile supplies
  • Count supplies, such as sponges and instruments
  • Maintain a sterile environment
]]> 2018-07-31 12:50:25 UTC https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551126 Education Required drummondtiandra https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551254 Surgical technologists typically need postsecondary education. Many community colleges and vocational schools, as well as some universities and hospitals, have accredited programs in surgical technology. Programs range in length from several months to 2 years, and they grant a diploma, certificate, or associate’s degree upon completion. Admission typically requires a high school diploma or the equivalent.

Surgical technology education includes courses in anatomy, physiology, biology, medical terminology, pharmacology, and other topics. Surgical technologists are trained in the care and safety of patients, sterilization techniques, how to set up technical or robotic equipment, and preventing and controlling infections. In addition to classroom study, students also work in supervised clinical settings to gain hands-on experience.

]]> 2018-07-31 12:52:00 UTC https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551254 Average Salary drummondtiandra https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551342 The median annual wage for surgical technologists was $46,310 in May 2017. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $32,470, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $67,000.]]> 2018-07-31 12:52:59 UTC https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551342 Job Outlook drummondtiandra https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551497 Employment of surgical technologists is projected to grow 12 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. Advances in medical technology have made surgery safer, and more operations are being done to treat a variety of illnesses and injuries.

In addition, the aging of the large baby-boom generation is expected to increase the need for surgical technologists because older people usually require more operations. Moreover, as these individuals age, they may be more willing than those in previous generations to seek medical treatment to improve their quality of life. For example, an individual may decide to have a knee replacement operation in order to maintain an active lifestyle or to have cataracts removed to improve vision.

]]> 2018-07-31 12:54:40 UTC https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551497 Qualities desired for this position drummondtiandra https://padlet.com/drummondtiandra/akfcwd2n0b4t/wish/271551617 Detail oriented. Surgical technologists must pay close attention to their work at all times. For example, they need to provide the correct sterile equipment for surgeons during an operation.

Dexterity. Surgical technologists should be comfortable working with their hands. They must provide needed equipment quickly.

Integrity. Because they are trusted to provide sterile supplies and quality patient care during surgical procedures, surgical technologists must be ethical and honest.

Physical stamina. Surgical technologists should be comfortable standing for extended periods.

Stress-management skills. Working in an operating room can be stressful. Surgical technologists should work well under pressure while providing a high level of care.

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