This program provides clinical experience built upon classroom instruction in the basic sciences, patient care, aseptic techniques and surgical procedures. Graduates from this program are eligible to take the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
The surgical technologist works under medical supervision to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. This individual works under the supervision of a surgeon to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
A surgical technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
Graduates are employed in the Tri-State area in hospitals and clinics. Advancement depends on personal goals of the individual. There are three basic channels for advancement, each requiring further education: Free-Lance Technologist, Registered Nurse and Surgical Assistant.
Acceptance into the Surgical Technology Program is bases upon selective admission process.
The Surgical Technology Program is 2 semesters in length with 1 summer session, after completion of all prerequisites. Classes normally meet between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Clinical settings, which include many of the area hospitals, may require a different schedule.
Degree
Diploma
Graduates are also eligible to take the national exam administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 100, Littleton, CO 80120, Phone: 800-707-0057.
Semester Plan
Surgical Technology Brochure
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Jacqueline Cavins, RN, BSAssociate ProfessorSurgical Technology Program CoordinatorOffice: 420-A Phone: 606-326-2006jacqueline.cavins@kctcs.edu