Surgical Technologist

Surgery is complex and delicate work, accomplished by a team of highly trained experts. Surgical Technologists are a key part of that team. RTC’s CAAHEP Accredited Surgical Technologist Program trains students in sharp safety, preparing the operating room, including maintaining the sterile field, accurate counts to prevent foreign retained objects, and setting up surgical equipment, supplies and solutions. Additionally, the program trains the student to perform preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative roles, which include urinary catheterization, patient positioning, patient skin prep, sterile draping, passing surgical instruments, preparing/ passing medications, handling supplies, specimens, skin stapling and applying the surgical dressing and drain.

Notes: 
*Students must meet the background check and immunization requirements prior to enrolling. Many clinical partners require that students provide proof of COVID vaccination. Clinical placements may be unavailable for students who are not fully immunized.
*Students must complete a total of 120 surgical cases acting in various roles.
*Students will not receive monetary compensation during their clinical course experience.

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