Program Description
Surgical technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients in a variety of settings such as medical offices, out-patient clinics, and the operating room.
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.
This program provides clinical experience built upon classroom instruction in the basic sciences, patient care, aseptic techniques and surgical procedures. Students enrolled in the Surgical Technology Program are required to achieve a minimum grade of "C" in each Surgical Technology course.
This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) , 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, phone (727)210-2350, fax (727)210-2354, and graduates are eligible to take the exam offered by the National Board on Certification for Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
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Division Chair
Jimmy Isenberg, PhD, RN
270-901-1201
270-651-5673 jimmy.isenberg@kctcs.edu
Program Director
Sherry Wells, CST/CFA
270-901-1079
sherry.wells@kctcs.edu
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