A Surgical Technologist plays a vital role in supporting surgical procedures. They prepare operating rooms, sterilize equipment, and assist surgeons during surgery. They are also responsible for maintaining sterile conditions, passing instruments, and operating surgical equipment. Additionally, they provide patient care before and after surgery.
The role requires technical proficiency, collaboration, communication, physical stamina, and problem-solving skills. Career advancement opportunities for Surgical Technologists include specialization, certification, further education, leadership roles, advanced practice roles, and opportunities in research and development.
Explore the pathways below to learn more.
Pathways are the various job options within a career that share common skills, knowledge, and interests. In addition to the popular pathways below, surgical technologist pathways include:
- Surgical Equipment Sales Representative
- Surgical Services Management
Here is a snapshot of popular pathways for Surgical Technologists in the Charlotte metropolitan area. Select each title for details.
Surgical Technologists assist surgical teams before, during, and after operations. They prepare operating rooms, sterilize equipment, and ensure supplies are available. They also help surgeons during surgery and assist with patient care tasks afterward. They play a critical role in ensuring the smooth execution of surgical procedures and the safety of patients.
Some of these professionals' titles include Surgical Technician, Operating Room Technician, Certified Surgical Technologist (CST, and Surgical Technologist Specialist.
Certifications*
- Core: Certified Ambulatory Surgery Technician
- Core: Certified Surgical First Assistant
- Specialty: Ophthalmic Surgical Assisting
*Certifications vary depending on chosen specialty.
Surgical Technologists assist surgical teams before, during, and after operations. They prepare operating rooms, sterilize equipment, and ensure supplies are available. They also help surgeons during surgery and assist with patient care tasks afterward. They play a critical role in ensuring the smooth execution of surgical procedures and the safety of patients.
Some of these professionals' titles include Surgical Technician, Operating Room Technician, Certified Surgical Technologist (CST, and Surgical Technologist Specialist.
Certifications*
- Core: Certified Ambulatory Surgery Technician
- Core: Certified Surgical First Assistant
- Specialty: Ophthalmic Surgical Assisting
*Certifications vary depending on chosen specialty.
