Surgical techs are skilled healthcare professionals who help ensure surgeries are conducted smoothly, efficiently, and safely. From prepping the operating room (OR) to handling surgical equipment and assisting the surgeon, these professionals help in creating the optimal & safe environment for surgeries.
As a surgical technologist, you work closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other surgical team members, and you’re a critical member of the OR team.
On a typical day, Surgical Techs start by reviewing the surgical schedule, ensuring the equipment and supplies needed during the procedure are in order. Once that is done, surgical techs ensure that Operating Room is set up properly while maintaining strict adherence to sterile procedures.
During surgery, they have to be ready for any emergency and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. This involves staying focused, passing instruments whenever necessary, and ensuring a sterile environment. Post-surgery, surgical techs are tasked to clean the OR, safely disposing of any contaminated material and sterilizing the OR. In emergency situations, surgical technologists rise to the occasion, working seamlessly with the surgical team to navigate any unexpected circumstances.
Surgical Techs are integral in any healthcare team and are the unsung heroes of successful surgeries.