Description
It takes a team of professionals to ensure that our Airmen and their families get surgical care when they need it. Responsible for assisting surgeons during operations, Surgical Service specialists ensure that every procedure goes as smoothly as possible. These professionals play an integral role on any healthcare team and perform a wide range of critical tasks, from sterilizing tools and prepping the operating room to helping with anesthesia and assisting with patient care.
Core Skills
- Operating room technology utilization
- Medical equipment setup and checks
- Sterilization and infection control
- Electronic health record documentation
- Workflow coordination in clinical settings
- Checklists and procedural compliance
- Time-sensitive task management
- Team communication in high-stress environments
- Attention to detail and situational awareness
- Patient safety and risk mitigation
- Inventory and asset tracking
- Process improvement in clinical operations
Common Certifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Infection Control Certification (OSHA/CDC)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
Civilian Career Paths
- SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
- EMERGENCY MEDICINE
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