SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

• A CHALLENGING AND REWARDING CAREER

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WHAT IS A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST?

• The surgical technologist handles the
  instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary
  during the surgical procedure

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WHAT IS A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST?

• He/she has an understanding of the procedure
  being performed and anticipates the needs of the
  surgeon

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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

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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

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INSTRUMENTS SUPPLIES
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TOOLS OF THE TRADE
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WORKING WITH OTHERS

• Surgical Technologists work as part of the
  surgical team

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WORKING HOURS

• Various shifts
• 8 hours, 10 hours, 12 hours
• Common hours
• 700 a.m. to 330 p.m.
• (May be on call)

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BENEFITS

• Excellent benefits - health insurance, life
  insurance others

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ADVANTAGES OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

• Exciting
• Interesting
• Fast-Paced
• You Make a Difference
• Instant Gratification

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ADVANTAGES OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

• One of the fastest rates of employment
• Rewarding and Fulfilling
• Good Pay
• Versatility
• Potential for job security

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DISADVANTAGES OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

• Stand on your feet
• May work through lunch
• Can be stressful

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EDUCATION

• York Technical College

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COURSES TO TAKE IN HIGH SCHOOL?

• Biology
• Anatomy Physiology
• Microbiology

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What are the steps to enrolling in the Surgical
Technology program?
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• 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

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• 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
• Criminal Background Check
• Health and liability insurance

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

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Education
Hospitals
Sales

• Employment can be found in
• Hospitals
• Physicians 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
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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

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• What is the salary range for graduates of this
  program?

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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.

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• What types of surgery will I participate in?

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Surgical Technologists are trained in several
surgical specialties

• These include
• General
• Orthopedic
• Plastic
• Obstetrics/gynecology
• ENT
• Ophthalmology
• Neuro
• Cardiovascular
• Genitourinary
• Thoracic

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

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• 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.

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• 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.

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Can the clinical environment be stressful?
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• 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.

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• Is Surgical Technology Rewarding?

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We touch the lives of people everyday
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We work to saveand to improve the quality of
lifeHOW EXCITING!
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WE HAVE COME A LONG WAY

• FROM THIS.

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TO THIS.
ROBOTIC SURGERY
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AND THIS
ORGAN RETRIVAL
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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST AT WORK
TO THE MIRACLE OF BIRTH!
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Everyday brings a new adventure

• Surgical Technology is Exciting and rewarding

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• What types of patients and diseases may I
  encounter?

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• 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.

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• Will I actually be required to touch patients?

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• Yes!

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• Will I see blood in the clinical setting?

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• Definitely!!!

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

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• 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.

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• Are there opportunities for advancement in
  this career?

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Other Careers in Surgical Technology

• Private Scrub
• CFA (First Assistant)
• Education
• Medical Sales
• Central Service

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

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Skills Required for Surgical Technology

• Responsible/reliable
• Good communication skills
• Like working with people and equipment
• Good physical stamina
• A strong stomach
• Math and Science background

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Surgical Technology Schedule

• First semester classes are 900 a.m. until
  100p.m. M,T,W,Th and 200-300 p.m. W.
• Second semester, clinicals are scheduled for 630
  a.m. T,Th, with classes 800 a.m.-230 p.m.,
  M,W,F.
• Third semester, students are in class Monday from
  8-5 and are in clinicals for 33 hours, T,W,TH, F.
• Students usually devote 40 hours per week each
  semester to their education in Surgical
  Technology.

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Make an INFORMED and REALISTIC CHOICE

• The grading scale for the Surgical Technology
  program for both coursework and clinicals
• 93-100, A 85-92, B 80-84, C 75-79, D
  Below 75, F.
• Students MUST maintain a MINIMUM grade point
  average of 80 in all Surgical Technology
  coursework in order to remain in the program.
• A minimum of 80 is required in all clinical
  coursework. Below 80 is considered unacceptable
  clinical performance.

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Make an INFORMED and REALISTIC CHOICE

• The grading scale for the Surgical Technology
  program for both coursework and clinicals
• 93-100, A 85-92, B 80-84, C 75-79, D
  Below 75, F.
• Students MUST maintain a MINIMUM grade point
  average of 80 in all Surgical Technology
  coursework in order to remain in the program.
• A minimum of 80 is required in all clinical
  coursework. Below 80 is considered unacceptable
  clinical performance.

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In other words

• Students who earn any grade below a C in any
  Surgical Technology course will not be eligible
  to continue.
• It is very difficult for students to work more
  than 20 hours per week and be successful in this
  program.

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• What are the expenses for the program?

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ESTIMATED Expenses

• Tuition fees for three semesters (In
  county) 5244
• Textbooks 1100
• Uniforms 150 - 200
• Liability Insurance 15
• Health Insurance 944 -1370 (if purchased
  through York Technical College)
• Physical Exam 125
• TB Test 30
• Recommended Hepatitis Vaccine 240
• CPR Certification 50
• Membership in AST 45
• Certification Exam Fee 190-240

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• What will my title be when I complete the program?

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• A graduate of any Surgical Technology program
  that successfully passes the national
  certification examination will be given the right
  to be called a Certified Surgical Technologist.
  
• CST

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• Will I be required to complete additional
  training once I become certified?

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• Continuing Education credits are required once
  you have become certified
• You will be required to complete 15 credits every
  year

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Can you picture yourself in a Surgical Technology
career ?
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Remember when choosing a Career in the medical
field

• DONT FORGET
• THIS
• EXCITING
• AND
• REWARDING
• TEAM

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If you would like more information

• Please feel free to contact
• John Ratliff- Program Manager 981-7071, or
  E-mail jratliff_at_yorktech.com
• OR
• Sandra Farley- Clinical Coordinator at 981-7149,
  or E-mail sfarley_at_yorktech.com