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Occupational Description
Surgical technologists (ST's) are integral members of the surgical team who work closely
with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and other surgical personnel.
Before, during and after surgery, they deliver patient care and perform tasks that
help ensure a safe surgical environment, contributing to and supporting the operating
team's efficiency.
Job Description
The role of a surgical technologist includes setting up the operating room, preparing
surgical instruments and assisting in their use, and preparing patients for surgery.
The technologist has primary responsibility for maintaining the sterile field, ensuring
that all members of the operating team adhere to aseptic technique, and preparing
and applying sterile dressings following procedures.
ST's are employed in hospital operating rooms, delivery rooms, cast rooms, emergency departments and clinics. The employment outlook for this occupational area is very good.
Course Description
Coursework includes both classroom and clinical instruction. Multiple clinical sites
are used to expose students to a variety of surgical settings. Successful completion
of the program results in the award of a certificate and, with additional general
education coursework, an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. Successful
completion of the program also permits the graduate to sit for the national certifying
examination.
Accreditation Status
https://www.caahep.org/Students/Find-a-Program.aspx
The Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of
Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Outcomes Assessment Exam Results
The Surgical Technology program graduates are eligible to sit for the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) exam.
Class of 2017 (as of August 29, 2018)
Retention rate: 26 enrolled, 2 dropped= 92 %
CST Participation in Certification Exam: 24/24= 100%
CST Pass Rate in Certification Exam (first time): 21/24= 87%
Graduate Placement (in field, continuing education)= 21/24=87%
Employer surveys:
Return rate: 15/20 = 75%
Satisfaction rate: 15/15 = 100%
Graduate surveys:
Return rate: 24/24 = 100%
Satisfaction rate: 24/24 = 100%
Class of 2016
Retention rate: 30 enrolled, 4 dropped = 86%
CST Participation in Certification Exam: 26/26=100%
CST Pass Rate in Certification Exam (first time): 25/26=96%
Graduate Placement (in field, continuing education) = 24/26=92%
Employer Survey Return rate=12/23=52%
Employer Survey Satisfaction rate=12/12=100%
Graduate Survey Return rate=14/26=53%
Graduate Survey Satisfaction rate= 14/14=100%
Class of 2015
Retention rate: 25 enrolled, 5 dropped; 20/25= 80%
CST Participation in Certification Exam: 20/20=100%
CST Pass Rate in Certification Exam (first time): 19/20=95%
Graduate Placement (in field, continuing education) = 15/20=75%
Employer Survey Return rate=10/14=71%
Employer Survey Satisfaction rate=10/10=100%
Graduate Survey Return rate=20/20=100%
Graduate Survey Satisfaction rate= 20/20=100%
Gainful Employment Information
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