I appreciate this video. I’m a certified EMT Basic but I wanted to advance so I was researching and looking into surgical techs. This definitely is helping me make the right decision since I’m 22.
I am so thankful that I found your page!! I am a MA now and just applied to my local community college to do Surgical Technology Fall '23. This is the most relatable video and thank you so much for sharing all of this information! It is so helpful!
Thank you for this video. I am a physical therapy aide and have been for many years now so it has been repetitive. I was looking into a physical therapy assistant program but the program near me is a 2 year waitlist. A surgical technician career sounds very interesting and I do like to stay busy even though it can be stressful at times. I will definitely research more about this field.
Beautiful conversation! It was really a pleasure listening to y’all steam it out in the OR 😅. I was watching a medical residency vlog and heard “scrub tech” and hadn’t heard of it before. So I started looking up day in the life videos to see what it’s like. I was surprised and delighted by how not just “informative” but down-to-earth this perspective was. It felt like sitting down listening to co-workers and people I’d like to work with (y’all)😊. Been thinking about medical school but opportunity cost is so high... I love to write and learn and get bored easily too... so it was really cool to see this option, whether I pursue it further or not. If anything, it helps me gain a better understanding of the various roles in the OR. If I had to choose from what I’ve heard ortho sounds very interesting. A part 2 would be nice. Walking through a procedure. Also interested in a video that contrasts what is learned in the classroom with the reality of what happens in a real OR setting. What where 3 things that surprised you in the OR? Heard for example the smells, maybe talk about that too...?
Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been a dental assistant for 11 years but I’m ready to change to a more advanced career. Did school only teach you about different procedures or is that something you learned with experience?
Hey ladies, Medical Assistant here!🤚currently studying for the HESI for my entrance exam for my Surg Tech Program. I currently do small procedures with my doctor that require us to stand for 1-2 hours per case. My question is what surgery shoes do each of you wear or prefer for those long cases!!! My feet be screaming at the end of my 10 hour shift!!!
@@tyywitdalocs my schools requirments were an application for the school, an application for the program, college transcript, HS transcript, and an act score or 16 or higher. (Thats whats on their website, my mom helped me with this, so im not really sure if there are more or less requirements!)
Quick question. The hospital that I work for has an in-house Surgical Tech program which is about 11 months long. What’s the difference with getting my experience in-house vs a community college? The program is not accredited but we do sit for our boards at completion. Will I be able to take the exam through NBST or am I wasting my time going this route?
Hey! If it’s not accredited then I’m not quite sure what exam you’ll be taking. Just find out if that certificate will be useful else where. Also does the program offer the didactic portion? That’s important to know as well.
@@LifeWithSheree at the completion of the program we will sit for the NCCT exam. The program is run by the University of Vermont Medical which is a trauma 1 teaching facility. Everything is done in-house
@@LifeWithSheree I also texted my recruiter and she stated this: Hey there. NCCT or NBSTSA are acceptable certifications. Only NBSTSA is accepted/required by these states: Idaho, Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Additionally, these states require surgical techs to be registered with the state (basically their respective surg tech state license): Colorado, Virginia, North Dakota, and Washington.
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). you can only take that test after completing an accredited program. NCCT is National Center for Competency Testing where you can take the test if youve been to a ncct accredited school, or form from employer that states you are qualified by experience
in my program theres this interview you have to do to get into the program, right now im in my 1st semester and i have to start the application for the program.. i was wondering if you had to go through and could u give me some advice?
Surgical technologist are people that have a certification or degree in the field. Surgical technician is the term for people that just had on the job training but has no certification or degree in the field.
@@LifeWithSheree Thank you for replying it means a lot, I'm about to start the program in January and I almost got out because this is a big concern for me, I can't afford to get sick, I have a family. Thanks
@@kurbicksan4917 you just have to be careful and most times it’s the residents and surgeons who will give suture back and not protect it but in that case always speak up and let them know to protect their sharps before handing them back. But it doesn’t happen often. Good luck!
We are working on a part 2! Let us know your questions!
best waterproof shoes for the or
Yes thanks this video is sooo helpfull
I appreciate this video. I’m a certified EMT Basic but I wanted to advance so I was researching and looking into surgical techs. This definitely is helping me make the right decision since I’m 22.
I am so thankful that I found your page!! I am a MA now and just applied to my local community college to do Surgical Technology Fall '23. This is the most relatable video and thank you so much for sharing all of this information! It is so helpful!
Thank you for this! just started Surg Tech this semester, so far so good 😊
Has it been hard? I start mines in a week 😅. I’m trying not to be too nervous.
You were so real, vulnerable and fun. So helpful!
Thank you for this video. I am a physical therapy aide and have been for many years now so it has been repetitive. I was looking into a physical therapy assistant program but the program near me is a 2 year waitlist. A surgical technician career sounds very interesting and I do like to stay busy even though it can be stressful at times. I will definitely research more about this field.
Looking forward to a part 2!! This was very informative and great to watch thank you for sharing !
Great video! CMA for 2yrs, hate it! Not challenging at all and bored. Aspiring CT surgeon. Starting the Surgical tech program soon, excited!
Wow CT surgeon that’s really awesome!
@@LifeWithSheree Thanks. Hope to see more videos that provide great tips and unspoken rules/tips.
thank you for this video! I just started my program this month and this was very helpful
Beautiful conversation! It was really a pleasure listening to y’all steam it out in the OR 😅. I was watching a medical residency vlog and heard “scrub tech” and hadn’t heard of it before. So I started looking up day in the life videos to see what it’s like. I was surprised and delighted by how not just “informative” but down-to-earth this perspective was. It felt like sitting down listening to co-workers and people I’d like to work with (y’all)😊. Been thinking about medical school but opportunity cost is so high... I love to write and learn and get bored easily too... so it was really cool to see this option, whether I pursue it further or not. If anything, it helps me gain a better understanding of the various roles in the OR. If I had to choose from what I’ve heard ortho sounds very interesting. A part 2 would be nice. Walking through a procedure. Also interested in a video that contrasts what is learned in the classroom with the reality of what happens in a real OR setting. What where 3 things that surprised you in the OR? Heard for example the smells, maybe talk about that too...?
We are so happy that this video is so helpful, the girls will definitely be back for part 2!
Beautiful! @@LifeWithSheree
Thanks for this video! Super informative, great to get your perspectives/knowledge! Hoping to apply to a ST program next year. 😬🤞
This was great I'm still taking my prerequisites I'm excited to do my program I'm also going to Montgomery county thank you for this
Great video!! Hey ladies ❤❤
Hey beautiful!!!
Sistas!! Yasss
Love this video!! Would love to see a Part 2.
Amazing video!!!!
Thank you
Thanks for sharing ❤
We want a part two to this video! ASAP!!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been a dental assistant for 11 years but I’m ready to change to a more advanced career.
Did school only teach you about different procedures or is that something you learned with experience?
The surgical tech courses tend to go over each Specialty and most done procedures a lot of stuff you’ll learn as you go
Hey ladies, Medical Assistant here!🤚currently studying for the HESI for my entrance exam for my Surg Tech Program. I currently do small procedures with my doctor that require us to stand for 1-2 hours per case. My question is what surgery shoes do each of you wear or prefer for those long cases!!! My feet be screaming at the end of my 10 hour shift!!!
I use clogs but the biggest help is compression stockings! Good luck!! 💕💕
Yes please part 2! 😭😃🙏❤️
Starting school in two days!! 😬🤘🏾
How long is the school and how much you paid for the course
@@joyride20001 its a year and financial aid covers it so im not sure!
@@mya5371 thanks...👍👍👍👍
what were all the requirements?
@@tyywitdalocs my schools requirments were an application for the school, an application for the program, college transcript, HS transcript, and an act score or 16 or higher. (Thats whats on their website, my mom helped me with this, so im not really sure if there are more or less requirements!)
Quick question. The hospital that I work for has an in-house Surgical Tech program which is about 11 months long. What’s the difference with getting my experience in-house vs a community college? The program is not accredited but we do sit for our boards at completion. Will I be able to take the exam through NBST or am I wasting my time going this route?
Hey! If it’s not accredited then I’m not quite sure what exam you’ll be taking. Just find out if that certificate will be useful else where. Also does the program offer the didactic portion? That’s important to know as well.
@@LifeWithSheree at the completion of the program we will sit for the NCCT exam. The program is run by the University of Vermont Medical which is a trauma 1 teaching facility. Everything is done in-house
@@LifeWithSheree I also texted my recruiter and she stated this:
Hey there. NCCT or NBSTSA are acceptable certifications. Only NBSTSA is accepted/required by these states: Idaho, Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Additionally, these states require surgical techs to be registered with the state (basically their respective surg tech state license): Colorado, Virginia, North Dakota, and Washington.
@LifeWithSheree hi Sheree! Can you explain didactic spec?
if its cultured does that mean dry or moist Telfa, what does cultured mean
Did she say medstar as in the hospital
What the difference between NBSTA vs NCCT?? My school only offer NCCT
Find a different school
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). you can only take that test after completing an accredited program.
NCCT is National Center for Competency Testing where you can take the test if youve been to a ncct accredited school, or form from employer that states you are qualified by experience
I changed my major to surge tech since i cant wait to start how long do it actually take you to get be a surge tech?
If you don't mind asking how do surgical tech make?
in my program theres this interview you have to do to get into the program, right now im in my 1st semester and i have to start the application for the program.. i was wondering if you had to go through and could u give me some advice?
Are you given a list of the tools to put in the room prior to surgery?
Yes, we have what’s cased a pick list and preference cards
@@LifeWithSheree are the tools labeled or you have to know which is which to put in the room?
@@ambitiousbeauty1013 packs and instrument trays are labeled, individual instruments aren’t labeled, you learn your instruments in school.
Trama cases is open belly cases.
Trauma is anything that needs immediate attention
Do you think EMT trying to transition into a surgical tech would like it?
I would think so, I think you would like it and excel at it with your background
Is there a difference between a surgical technician vs surgical technologist??
The proper name for us is Surgical Technologist, people say technician
Surgical technologist are people that have a certification or degree in the field. Surgical technician is the term for people that just had on the job training but has no certification or degree in the field.
Do you have to take the TEAS test for the program in school?
No
I had to take one depends on the school
@@torontoraptors6980 good to know!!
Not at my school it depends
Does anyone know if the Surgical tech have a Entrance exam ?
That would be school based, you would need to check with the school
Which school do you enroll in and the courses
You need to google surgical tech schools in your area
Are you afraid of needle sticks? What's the percentage of healthcare workers getting infected with HIV, Hepatitis or pathogens in general.
Definitely try to be careful, I have gotten stuck before though. In the operating room I would say that percentage is not a lot
@@LifeWithSheree Thank you for replying it means a lot, I'm about to start the program in January and I almost got out because this is a big concern for me, I can't afford to get sick, I have a family. Thanks
@@kurbicksan4917 you just have to be careful and most times it’s the residents and surgeons who will give suture back and not protect it but in that case always speak up and let them know to protect their sharps before handing them back. But it doesn’t happen often. Good luck!
thanks for sharing! 🫶 Where’d you get that map wall art in the background?
It’s from tjmaxx! But it’s been years!