Classes are held at the KC-Longview North Building with clinical rotations held at Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center.
What are surgical technologists and what do they do?
Surgical technologists play a crucial role in delivering top-quality surgical care. As key medical team members, they work alongside surgeons to ensure every procedure runs smoothly and safely. With expert knowledge of surgical techniques, advanced tools, and sterile protocols, surgical technologists are responsible for maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-prepared operating room. Their specialized training in anatomy and surgical procedures enables them to assist surgeons in providing the highest level of patient care, ensuring optimal outcomes for both therapeutic and diagnostic surgeries. Join a dynamic and rewarding profession where your skills make a daily life-saving difference, providing a deep sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.
Surgical technologists enjoy working in clean, modern, and well-lit environments where precision and focus are key. While most procedures occur during regular hours, the excitement of being part of a surgical team means you’ll be at the heart of the action, sometimes standing for extended periods to assist in life-changing surgeries. Hospitals and surgical centers often offer flexible schedules, including opportunities for on-call shifts, allowing you to respond to urgent cases and be a crucial part of emergency care. It’s a dynamic, fast-paced career where no two days are the same, and your skills make a real difference in patient outcomes!
Are there many jobs out there for surgical technologists? >p> The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that between 2018 and 2028, employment opportunities for surgical technologists will grow at a faster-than-average rate of nine percent. This increased demand is expected to create nearly 10,000 new surgical tech positions over a 10-year timeframe. Surgical technicians in the U.S. command an average salary of more than $50,833 per year.
The Surgical Technology program is accredited by The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP):
9355 – 113th St. N. #7709 – Seminole, FL 33775 – Phone: 727-210-2350 – E-mail: mail@caahep.org – Website: www.caahep.org
Initial accreditation was awarded on June 20, 2024.