Surgical Technologist
Program Details
The Surgical Technologist program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and is eligible for federal Financial Aid. It’s comprised of online coursework, in-person
labs, and a 360-hour total clinical practicum experience. There are a total of 30
spots available in this program per cohort.
Experience
As a part of this program, students will complete a 360-hour and 120-case total clinical practicum in a surgery center located in Oregon. LBCC partners with clinical sites throughout Oregon in order to give students the best experience possible. This work experience is essentially an extended job interview: students are expected to behave professionally and responsibly in the clinical setting. In addition, this experience is an excellent way for students to begin networking in the medical community.
The clinical portion of this program takes place during the final two terms of the
program. Students must maintain a C average or better in all their classes in order
to remain eligible for clinical practicum. In order to graduate, students must complete
a minimum of 360 hours of practicum and a minimum of 120 cases at a healthcare facility in Oregon.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate competence in the technological aspects of the surgical technologist profession.
- Provide surgical patient care and comfort with empathy and cultural competence.
- Demonstrate competence in surgical technologist duties, procedures and cases.
- Demonstrate effective communication with patients, family members, and colleagues using verbal, written, and information technology tools/devices.