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Friday, January 28, 2011

Surgical Technologist Career Highlight on February 16

This is a brief overview of a career area that we are highlighting in February Surgical Technologist.  Many students are not familiar with this job which requires a two year Associates Degree, pays around $22.00 hourly (median for Oregon) and & fills a crucial role on the surgical team. Furthermore, this occupation is expected to grow at a much faster rate than the regional average (Worksource Oregon). This Career Highlight is being held at
Providence Portland Medical Center on February 16th (Flyer is attached).  Students who attend can expect the following:

ü      Learn how to “Gown & Glove Up” in scrubs
ü      Understand the role of a Surgical Tech. – Not only do they sterilize/prepare the equipment, they also assist with some procedures
ü      Interact in small groups with Surgical Technologists
ü      View & Touch hundreds of pieces of equipment that are utilized in surgery
ü      Participate in simulation activities with laparoscopic surgery equipment & stapling devices
ü      Learn about education requirements, local programs & Skill/personality fit for this job  

Just a reminder that registration is a two part process.
Part one Register online at: www.eventbuilder.com/providence/schooloutreach and print the “printable registration packet
Part two Fax the signed registration form to 503-893-6087 or scan/email to the address on the form

  View the Flier (Surgical Technologist Career Highlight Flyer 2-16-11.pdf 52kb) 

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