Surgical Technology
In any patient-care environment, it is a team of medical practitioners that provides care. In a surgical environment, the allied health professionals who provide surgical care are surgical technologist. These trained individuals work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and other surgical personnel to deliver patient care before, during, and after surgery.
"Surgical technology has vaulted into one of the fastest-growing occupations on one of the country's fastest-growing fields - health care - which, along with a handful of other industries, is expected to add over 1 million jobs by 2010."
- Reader's Digest April 2004
Surgical Technology
Associate Degree
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Foundations of Surgery
- Medical Seminar for Surgical Technologists
- Orientation to Surgical Technology
- Principles of Surgery
- Surgical Instrumentation and Microbiology
- Surgical Preparation, Equipment, and Supplies
- Surgical Technology
- Clinical Rotation
- Internship
Do you know that people from all over the country come to PTI for a one of a kind learning experience? PTI offers a Medical Office Administration programs -- Medical Office Administration, Medical Assisting, Surgical Technology, Medical Coding, and Therapeutic Massage -- second to none. Call today and discover why PTI has earned the reputation as one of the best allied health and medical schools in the country.
Are you thinking of coming to PTI from New York, Ohio, or New Jersey? Then call now. PTI offers some of the best school-sponsored living accommodations in Pittsburgh and is equipped to handle many out of state students who decide to make the move to Western Pennsylvania.
I am ready. What do I do next?
- Visit PTI and discover the career opportunities available to you with a degree in Medical Office Administration or Medical Assisting or a certificate in Medical Assisting, Medical Coding or Therapeutic Massage.
- Call 1-800-784-9675 for more information
