I knew I always wanted to be successful. My mother growing up always lectured about how we have the choice to become someone in this world. She preached this to us day and night. For that I am grateful because she always pushed us. So I decided to attend college to further my education and to become successful in my career choosing. So I can make my family proud. I will be the first to graduate from college in my family. I have other members that attended but never finished. I am looking forward to graduate with a degree, the first in my family.
The medical field always interested me. In the field they’re many career choices and opportunities. I also stuck to this field because I want to help others. I am big on helping anyone in need. I will …show more content…
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 be licensed and registered through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015) During an operation, surgical technologists pass instruments and supplies to surgeons and first assistants. They also hold retractors, hold internal organs in place during the procedure, or set up robotic surgical equipment. Technologists also may handle specimens taken for laboratory analysis. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015)
Surgical technologists held about 99,800 jobs in 2014. About 70 percent of surgical technologists worked in hospitals in 2014. Some work in outpatient care centers or in offices of physicians who perform outpatient surgery. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015) Most surgical technologists work full time. Surgical technologists employed in hospitals may work or be on call during nights, weekends, and holidays. They may also be required to work shifts lasting longer than
The medical field always interested me. In the field they’re many career choices and opportunities. I also stuck to this field because I want to help others. I am big on helping anyone in need. I will …show more content…
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 be licensed and registered through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015) During an operation, surgical technologists pass instruments and supplies to surgeons and first assistants. They also hold retractors, hold internal organs in place during the procedure, or set up robotic surgical equipment. Technologists also may handle specimens taken for laboratory analysis. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015)
Surgical technologists held about 99,800 jobs in 2014. About 70 percent of surgical technologists worked in hospitals in 2014. Some work in outpatient care centers or in offices of physicians who perform outpatient surgery. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015) Most surgical technologists work full time. Surgical technologists employed in hospitals may work or be on call during nights, weekends, and holidays. They may also be required to work shifts lasting longer than