Surgical Technology AAS
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Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
Demonstrate practical skills required to work as a competent surgical technologist in the operating room including aseptic technique, instrument setup, assisting the surgeon, anticipating the surgeon's needs, and assisting with post-operative care.
Correlate their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and microbiology concepts to the role as a Surgical Technologist.
Understand and correlate the elements, action, and use of medications and anesthetic agents used during the perioperative experience.
Implement safe practice techniques during perioperative routines, patient transportation, positioning, and emergency procedures.
Integrate principles of surgical asepsis as part of the perioperative experience.
Apply knowledge and skills of a professional Surgical Technologist to address the biopsychosocial needs of the surgical patient.
Display professionalism, continue educational growth, and value the professional attributes of the Surgical Technologist.
In addition to the program outcomes, students will meet the following North Idaho College General Education (GEM) Requirements: Written and Oral Communication; Mathematical Ways of Knowing; Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing; and an additional program-designated or selected course from any of the GEM requirements