Surgical Technology - Springfield Technical Community College

Surgical Technology from Springfield Technical Community College is a Campus Associate Surgery degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Surgical Technology program aims to prepare women and men to work primarily in the operating room suite, and to function as surgical technologists who are integral members of the surgical team who work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical technologists in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery. Scrub, circulating, and second assisting surgical technologists have primary responsibility for maintaining the sterile field, being constantly vigilant that all members of the team adhere to aseptic technique while understanding the surgical procedure. An appreciation of the person having surgery, knowledge of common conditions requiring surgery, and the surgical procedure as well as skills of patient care are included. Ethical and legal dimensions of the work and profession of surgical technology are part of the program. The program combines core courses in biological sciences, humanities, the specialty of surgical technology , and the role of the technologist. Supervised clinical practice in hospitals, surgical processing services, and operating rooms provide experiences to prepare for entry level positions in hospital operating rooms and free-standing surgical centers. Program Goals The graduates of the STCC Department of Surgical Technology will demonstrate competence to: Perform the role of the entry-level Surgical Technologist in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. Respond to the Perioperative needs of a diverse population ranging from infancy to senescence. Respond to cultural values, economic status and disease patterns, which shape health care, needs and values. Understand and value technological and scientific changes that will provide quality patient care. Practice sound judgment to protect their health and safety and that of the public they serve consistent with evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills. Utilize knowledge from a broad academic curriculum to pass the AST certification exam. Apply principles of professional communication in a variety of demanding situations. Utilize decision-making and problem solving skills in the application of Surgical Technology principles. Demonstrate professional behavior consistent with legal requirements and ethical expectations consistent with the AST Code of Ethics. Assume responsibility for professional accountability to assess the quality of their care using established standards of clinical practice. View more details on Springfield Technical Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Surgery courses.