Surgical Technology - Sentara School of Health Professions

Surgical Technology from Sentara School of Health Professions is a Campus Certificate Surgery degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Surgical Technology Program began in the early 1950s in response to the need for qualified individuals to work in the hospital?s operating rooms. With over 50 years of experience teaching students to become competent Surgical Technologists , we welcome you to consider choosing our College. As a Surgical Technologist you will be responsible for working with the surgeons, anesthesiologists, and circulating nurses to prepare the operating room with equipment, instruments and supplies for any operative procedure, anticipating and providing for the needs of the surgeon, maintaining aseptic technique during the procedure, and preparing instruments for reprocessing. A Surgical Technologist is accurate and sets high standards of practice. They must possess a high degree of manual dexterity, good eye-hand coordination and be adaptable to changing technology in a fast-paced environment. Individuals who choose the surgical technology profession are deeply committed to quality patient-focused care and working as a team member in a highly specialized area. Surgical Technologists are employed in a variety of healthcare settings including hospital operating rooms, outpatient surgical centers, physician?s offices, or the surgical or business industry. Your Exceptional Learning Experience: Your Learning Experience is like no other. You will be well prepared with the competence and confidence you need to work as a Surgical Technologist . 39-semester credit Program. Divided into three major sections: Didactic, skills lab and preceptored clinical. Didactic instruction is 315 hours in length and includes anatomy and physiology review, surgical technology surgical procedures, microbiology, patient care and concepts, technological sciences, and instrumentation. Clinical instruction and skills laboratory instruction total 795 hours. Instruction includes fundamental procedures, surgical technique, basic surgical skills development and individualized care. Transfer by credit is available to students who qualify. See below for additional details. Graduates of the Program receive a diploma in Surgical Technology and are expected to take the National Certification Exam administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as a requirement for graduation from the Program. View more details on Sentara College of Health Sciences . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Surgery courses.