Surgical technologist

While the pain is fresh and the glory is sweet, I decided to write this article about my experience running the marathon and how in my opinion, it correlates metaphorically of how I started and my diurnal responsibility as a Surgical Technologist. Less than a month ago; on March 19, I ran my 3rd marathon. It is becoming a yearly affair for me and my wife to ran the Los Angeles Marathon that we always look forward for the next year. It started 3 years ago when my wife signed me up for my first marathon (she did her first the year prior) one month before the event. I do ran every now and then but I have never taken such proposition like this at such a short notice. It was like a baptism with fire, so, I picked up and put on my running shoes and start conditioning my mind, body and spirit right away. Even though she did not ran that year, her encouragement empowered me to rise to the challenge, determined to be ready for the strenuous but not impossible feat of human endurance up ahead. So, you might be asking yourself how the two can be compared with each other. So, let me explain. Like starting on a surgical technology program, somehow someone informed you, inspired you, and in my case, I was persuaded to enroll and take on this immerging field in healthcare. It was not really my first career choice but somehow, I got…

Katlyn Sowders English1101 – English Composition Rosie Branciforte Final Draft – Documentation as a Surgical Technologist 02/08/2017 McCann School of Business and Technology – Monroe Campus Abstract Surgical technologists are vital for pre-op, intra-op and post-op patient care. Documentation is key when providing medical treatment to a patient; medical professionals use documents to protect a certification or license that is in their name. Inaccurate charting can lead to several…

semesters of surgical technologist courses. First semester required courses consist of: English Composition I, Fundamentals of Surgical Technology, Principles of Surgical Techniques, and Surgical Anatomy. Second semester contains classes like: Surgical Microbiology, Basic and Related Surgical Procedures, and Specialized Surgical Procedures I. Third semester courses include: Specialized Surgical Procedures I, Advances Surgical Procedures, and Certification and Role Transitions. The total amount…

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. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015) There are several qualities one must have according to Bureau of Labor Statistics like detail orientated, dexterity, integrity, physical stamina and stress management skills. Also one must…

A surgical technologists also known as “scrub tech” and “operating room technicians” provide assistance to the surgeon during surgical operations. Scrub techs also prepare the operating room and equipment by sterilizing everything before and after to prevent infections and other mishaps for the patient receiving surgery. Scrub techs work in hospitals and are on their feet most of the day. Scrub techs make an annual salary of $43,350 and an hourly wage of $20.81. Surgical technologists require…

Ever since I was little I knew I wanted to graduate from college, get a job in the medical field, get married, have kids, and start a life of my own. As I have gotten older I realized that my plans have changed quite a bit, and my thought of leaving the nest as soon I took my last step across the stage with my high school diploma slowly vanished away. I will graduate May 20, 2017 and my life goals are starting to become set in stone. I will attend PRCC in August to accomplish my dream of being a…

Being a surgical technologist can be hard work; not only should a technician watch after all patients, but must keep a check on themselves. A technician needs to remain as stress free as possible, always making sure all body mechanics are in order. Forgetting to do this can lead to emotional stress, which has a negative effect on the body. A surgical technician not in full control of himself causes things to go wrong in the operating room. A technician must always be completely focused on the…

“Sometimes, the surgical tech can even be hands-on with the patient,” Groinus says (Xu). Also said by Groinus, “Very often we have an opportunity to assist the surgeon by holding retractors and manipulating tissue,” she says, noting that surgical techs aren’t allowed to actually perform any portion of the surgery. The surgical techs are required to know the names of hundreds of medical instruments used throughout surgeries. During surgeries a surgical tech is often called certain names that…

radiology issues with physicians, radiologists, radiology technologists, and ancillary staff; improving and maintaining quality assurance program for department functions. 14. The RDM maintains a wide degree of creativity and latitude. Commands effective managerial, administrative and leadership abilities. 15. Functions effectively in a cross-functional team environment, Effective communication skills both in written and verbal. Maintains and improves department quality assurance program.…

challenges specifically unique to that patient and day. Each day spent in a specific radiologic modality will provide immersion in a variety of experiences and different health problems. Another aspect that appealed to me was the ability to work in a variety of environments. This profession provides the choice between working in a hospital setting requiring radiologic technologists to see lots of patients in one day as well as working in a clinic setting. This provides radiologic technologists…