Why You Should Consider Relocation in Your Healthcare Career
Relocation. For some people, the word itself can be unpleasant or even intimidate. For others, it may be enticing; it may make them think of new adventures, opportunities, and experiences. Relocation can offer several important things, and that’s why even people who are hesitant about it may want to at least consider it. A New […]
How to Work with a Boss You Can’t Stand
Work can be tough sometimes. In some cases, co-workers may be the problem. In other cases, the working conditions may be particularly challenging. In either of these situations, employees may talk with their boss to try to make things better. What can they do when the boss is the problem? Talk with the Boss When […]
What Is the Right Personality for a Sterile Tech and a Surgical Tech?
What does a sterile processing technician do? What does a surgical technologist do? Are the two jobs the same? These are common questions, especially for people who are considering a career in the medical field. What are the similarities, what are the differences – and what kind of personality is suited to each job? Similarities […]
How Much Money Do Surgical Techs Make in California?
When looking at a salary chart, it’s always nice to be in the area where salaries are highest. Surgical techs in California know how nice that feeling is. So, how much do surgical techs in California earn? Top Dollar As with any other industry, salaries for surgical techs can vary widely from one state to […]
Are You Proficient with Tablets in the Operating Room?
Today’s operating rooms are very different from those of the past. Technology has introduced a variety of changes, including in sterilization methods, surgical techniques, and anesthesia. It has brought another change, as well: Tablets have, in many cases, replaced pen and paper. Benefits of Tablets in the Operating Room When patients are wheeled into the […]
What Are the Daily Duties of a Sterile Technician?
Healthcare is made up of teams. Patients and families are most familiar with nurses, doctors, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and others who provide direct care. Sterile processing technicians, along with others who work behind the scenes, are not as well known, but they are valuable team members, and their work is essential to providing excellent […]