Surgical Technologist

Surgical technologists handle the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure and work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel to deliver patient care before, during and after surgery. The major combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and clinical experience to ensure that each graduate meets entry level competencies as a Surgical Technologist. Graduates of the Surgical Technologist major may take the NBSTSA National Certification examination.

• Certified Surgical Technologist
• Tech in Surgery, Certified (TS-C)

• Reading, language and math skills at the 10th grade level or above
• Ability to take directions from others
• Good eye-hand coordination
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to handle high stress situations
• Good physical and mental health
• Attention to detail
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Ability to be a team player
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Be 18 years old or older at the time of clinical assignment
• CPR for Healthcare Providers via American Heart Association
• Submit proof of current vaccinations
• Submit proof of physical
• Undergo background check
  • Individuals with felony convictions on their background check will encounter limitations in participating in clinical rotations, significantly affecting their ability to successfully complete the program.
  • Individuals with misdemeanor convictions may face restrictions in participating in clinical rotations, which could potentially impact their ability to complete the program. For more information, please call 405-424-TECH.
• Ability to pass a drug screen*
  • Prior to first day of school
  • Random throughout program

*The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act Paragraph H(2)(c) of Section 427.8 states that individual with direct patient care or administering pharmaceuticals cannot be under the influence of marijuana. Therefore, students who come up non-negative on the drug screen for marijuana will not be able to continue in the program, even if the student has a medical marijuana card.

• Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA)

• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
      25400 US Highway 19 N., Suite 158, Clearwater, FL 33763 (727) 210-2350

• Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education (OBCTE)
• Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE)

• Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)

The Surgical Technologist program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).

The rate information provided below is based on the most current data available:

• Positive Placement Rate: 100.0%
• Outcomes Assessment Exam (OAE) pass-rate: 88% of Students Passing the NBSTSA Exam