Surgical Technology | Lasell University

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

MonitoringActive ListeningOperations MonitoringCoordinationCritical ThinkingTime ManagementSpeakingReading Comprehension

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceMedicine and DentistryEnglish LanguageEducation and Training

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionProblem SensitivityNear VisionSpeech RecognitionArm-Hand SteadinessSelective AttentionManual DexterityOral ExpressionInformation OrderingPerceptual Speed

Tasks

Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation.
Scrub arms and hands and assist the surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks, and surgical cl
Schedule surgical procedures for patients.
Transport patients to and from the operating room.

Technology

Data base user interface and query softwareMedical softwareElectronic mail softwareCloud-based data access and sharing softwareGraphics or photo imaging software

Tools

Adjustable height instrument tablesAir driver drillsAnesthesia machinesArgon beam coagulatorsAutoclavesAutologous blood recovery systemsAutotransfusion systemsBlood/fluid warmersCarbon dioxide CO2 lasersCardiac leg wedgesCardiovascular stentsCavitronsCell saversCentral venous cathetersChest drains

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognitionIndependence

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: high29-2055.00	Surgical Technologists	title_inference	$62,830 median$90,700 top	+4.5%	520

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)

Complex sterile field management — maintain and troubleshoot the sterile field autonomously during multi-team, high-acuity surgical cases including trauma and cardiovascular procedures.
Count discrepancy resolution — apply critical thinking to investigate and resolve sponge, needle, or instrument count discrepancies before wound closure under time pressure.
Full-scope scrub service — scrub independently on the full range of surgical specialties, from orthopedics to neurosurgery, adapting technique to each discipline's requirements.
Surgeon-level technical anticipation — predict instrument and supply needs throughout complex operative sequences, enabling uninterrupted surgical flow with minimal verbal communication.
Non-routine patient preparation — manage positioning and draping for unusual anatomical presentations, robotic-assisted setups, and specialized equipment configurations.
Intraoperative problem solving — evaluate and respond to unexpected equipment failures or supply shortfalls during live surgery, implementing contingency solutions without disrupting the operative field.
Specimen integrity assurance — oversee preparation, preservation, and hand-off of multiple concurrent tissue specimens, ensuring pathology requirements are met for all case types.
Sterilization program oversight — evaluate the efficacy of sterilization and disinfection processes across instrument categories, escalating concerns through proper safety channels.
OR technology proficiency — utilize medical software, electronic documentation platforms, and cloud-based case management tools to maintain accurate records across a full case load.
Active learning and specialty adaptation — independently study emerging surgical techniques and instrumentation to maintain competency as new procedures are adopted by the surgical service.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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