What Do Surgeons Want from Their Surgical Techs?
Handing instruments to a surgeon is an important part of a surgical tech’s job, but there are several other aspects of this job that are equally important. What skills do surgeons want from surgical techs? Technical knowledge A surgical tech has to know the operating room and everything in it. During an operation, it’s commonly […]
Why Should Healthcare Professionals Use a Staffing Agency in Their Job Search?
Searching for a job can be tough, stressful, and draining. Wouldn’t it be great to have support, assistance, and advice during the job search process? A staffing agency can provide all of those things, along with access to thousands of clients across the nation, professionalism, and competitive rates. Doesn’t that make the job search sound […]
Study: Latest Salary Data for Surgical Techs and Sterile Techs
Are you happy with your surgical tech salary? If you are, even a tough day at work can seem like a minor bump in the road. If you’re not happy with your paycheck, every problem or inconvenience can be a reminder that your sterile tech salary just doesn’t seem like enough. Considering recent salary data […]
Too Stressed to Handle Your Stress? Four Tips to Help
Everyone deals with stress at one time or another. Unfortunately, in some cases, stress may become overwhelming, or it may last for an extended period of time. In either case, these tips may be helpful. Get enough sleep Stress can make it more difficult to sleep, and a lack of sleep can increase stress. […]
What Is the Latest Technology for Scrubs?
Hospitals are home to many germs, and preventing those germs from spreading is a top priority for everyone. In some cases, technology can help with that. Stopping the spread of germs One company has teamed up with a provider of healthcare disinfecting products to create a line of products that addresses the problem of harmful […]
How Does the Surgical Tech Play a Role in Patient Safety in a Procedure?
Patient safety is a priority in the operating room, and everyone on the surgical team plays a role in it. Surgical techs are important members of OR teams, and they are integral to patient safety in several ways. Safety is a priority from the beginning A surgical tech’s educational program covers the material and skills […]