Health Sciences

CERTIFICATE IN

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

2011 – 2012

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications accepted beginning October 1, 2011

Initial TABE TEST must be taken by January 30, 2012

Application deadline is 4:00 p.m., February 1, 2012

TOPICS IN THIS PACKET

·         GENERAL INFORMATION

·         ATTENDANCE POLICY

·         PROGRAM COSTS

·         CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION

·         ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

·         APPLICATION PROCESS AND CHECKLIST

·         SELECTION PROCESS

·         POST-SELECTION PROCESS

·         PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM

·         IMMUNIZATION RECORD

·         TECHNICAL STANDARDS

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Surgical Technology program is a 1330 hour, 12 month program which begins in February. Classroom instruction will be at Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center, located at 415 SW Pinewood Drive, Live Oak, Florida. Clinical instruction will be at the following institutions: Lake City Medical Center and Lake City Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center – Lake City; Shands at Lake Shore - Lake City; and Smith Northview – Valdosta, Georgia. Other clinical facilities not mentioned may be utilized. Clinical instruction will include Central Service Technician and Operating Theatre Skills as a Surgical Technician

The Surgical Technology Program accredited by the CAAHEP, Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Progams. The address is 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756. The phone number is (727) 210-2350.

STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM CLINICAL SITES.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center, in accordance with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), requires Surgical Technology students to complete 1330 hours of instruction and training. All classroom and/or clinical absences must be completed to the satisfaction of the instructor. Over 60 hours of absence for any reason, will result in the student being removed from the program. (Maximum 30 hours each term). The Surgical Technology Handbook supersedes any information given in this packet. Due to the strict attendance policy, students are urged to have back-up baby sitters and alternate means of transportation.

PROGRAM COSTS

The total cost of the program is approximately $5,200.00 (NOTE: Cost of the program is subject to change from year to year.) A deposit of approximately $650-$800 which includes the purchase of uniforms, textbooks, and supplies will be due at the time of orientation in February. Tuition is due each term as mandated by the State Legislature.

Upon completion of the program, students are required to take the licensure exam. The cost is $190 and is included in the January fees.

Criminal History that would deny admission or cause

immediate dismissal from the program

Based on Florida Statute, the following acts may constitute grounds for denial of entry into the Surgical Technology program license or

disciplinary action. Accordingly, being found guilty, regardless or adjudication, of any of the following offenses will result in denial of admission into nursing related programs or immediate dismissal from these programs:

Having been found guilty of, regardless of adjudication, or entered a plea of nolo contendre to or guilty to, any offense prohibited under

435.03 Florida Statute or under any similar statute of another jurisdiction; or having committed an act which constitutes domestic violence as defined in 741.28 Florida Statutes

STEP 1 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The following criteria must be met before applications will be accepted for consideration:

¨       Applicants must have taken the Test of Adult Basic Education, TABE full battery test by January 31, 2012.

¨       TABE scores of 11.0 grade level in Reading, Math and Language on the full battery test - Level A, of version 9 or 10 are required. TABE scores submitted must originate at SHTC testing center.

¨       Applicants who need to retest on the TABE will have ONLY ONE OPPORTUNITY TO RETEST DURING THE APPLICATION YEAR.

¨       At least 18 years of age.

¨       Standard high school diploma or high school diploma through the GED program. Diplomas will not be accepted from non-accredited sources.

12 students will be selected

STEP 2 APPLICATION PROCESS AND CHECKLIST

Applications will be accepted in the Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center’s Student Services office.

                                               Applications WILL NOT be accepted before October 1, 2011

The deadline for applications is 4:00 p.m. on February 1, 2012

Mailed applications received after 4 p.m. will not be accepted

Applications must include the following items:

___Completed Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center application form.

___Submitted $50 non-refundable application fee.

___TABE testing completed (at SHTC) and required score met.

___High school transcripts or copy of diploma.

___Two (2) proofs of Florida residency and Florida residency form (see the SHTC application).

___Copy of birth certificate.

___Proof of county residence (Suwannee and Hamilton counties).

___Copy(s) of certificate/transcript if needed for bonus points (copy of license is not considered documentation).

___Employment verification letters on letterhead (must include dates of employment and job title).

___200 word essay will be assigned at the time of the interview in January or February.

IT IS THE APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE ALL DOCUMENTATION

STEP 3 THE SELECTION PROCESS

The Allied Health Committee will use the following criteria to determine eligibility of applicants for acceptance into the program. Documentation must be received by application deadline. Points are awarded in the following areas:

v 1. WORK EXPERIENCE                                               Maximum points: 3

¨       Health related experience                                                                2 points

(6 months or more—within the last 2 years)

¨       Other work experience not health related

(6 months or more)                                       1 point

¨       Requirements for work experience documentation:

1.    Must be on employee letterhead

2.    Must include your dates of employment

3.    Must include your job title

v 2. TABE SCORES (Full Battery)                                 Maximum points: 6

¨       12.0 or above (Reading, Math, Language)                                         2 points each

¨       (Note: No points for AS, AA or BS degree.

Must take TABE to receive points)

v 3. RESIDENCY                                                            Maximum points: 1

¨       Documented resident of Suwannee or Hamilton county                        1 point

v 4. INTERVIEW                                                            Maximum points: 10

¨       To be scheduled in January or February

¨       Points awarded derived from panelist average

v 5. ESSAY                                                                     Maximum points: 5

¨       200 word essay (will be assigned at the time of the interview in January)

¨   Handwritten and legible

¨   Spelling

¨   Grammar

¨   Content

v 6. BONUS POINTS                                                      Maximum points: 4

¨       Graduate of any Health related program                                           2 points

     (Must provide certificate of completion from accredited program)

¨       U. S. Veteran                                                                              2 points

                    IT IS THE APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE ALL DOCUMENTATION

STEP 3 continued…

Applicants will be ranked according to points earned and you will be notified in writing in February, regarding acceptance. Do not assume you are accepted until you receive an acceptance letter. In case of a tie, the earliest application date will have priority.

¨      All decisions by the selection committee are final. Points assigned are non-negotiable. NOTE: Most applicants not selected are due to low point values on the TABE, essay, or interview.

¨      To accept a position in the Surgical Technology program, you must attend the mandatory orientation in February and pay the required fees.

STEP 4 POST-SELECTION PROCESS

1)    February - Orientation

¨      Mandatory attendance for all selected students and the first 2 alternates

¨      Deposit of $650 - $800 due at orientation, excluding alternates

2)    February - The following must be submitted to Student Services by the 1st day of class:

¨      Criminal Background Check

-     Estimated $85 fee

-     Contact Suwannee County School Board personnel office: (386) 647-4641

-     Refer to disqualifying criminal offenses in this application packet

¨      Immunization Records

-     Include Varicella or “titer”

-     Hepatitis B series (started or completed)

-     Childhood immunization record

¨      Physical Examination

-     Must have been completed within one year of entry

¨      Technical Standard form

-        Signed by Physician

3)    September – Health Insurance

¨      Proof of personal or school health insurance

¨      Must be submitted prior to the 1^st day of clinicals

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

Schedule

TABE test by January 30, 2012

Application deadline 4:00 pm February 1, 2012

Selection Interview & essay by February, 2012

Orientation by February 2012

Class begins March 6, 2012

Tentative Class Schedule:

Classwork

February – August

·       Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 3:15 pm

·       Minimum 25 hrs./week

Clinical

September – February (completion)

·       1st week shadow at clinical

·       Full time in clinical (operating theatre)

·       Monday – Thursday 6:45 am – 2:30 pm

·       4 days/week + ½ day class on Friday’s 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

SUWANNEE-HAMILTON TECHNICAL CENTER

Surgical Technology Program

Application Packet

MISSION STATEMENT

            To prepare individuals for employment as Surgical Technologists and encourage each student to become highly productive citizens with strong work ethics and positive values. Each graduate will be an advocate for the patient and an asset to the surgical community. This will be accomplished by providing the cognitive, psychomotor and affective learning domains in preparing the student to be a competent entry-level Surgical Technologist.

GOALS:

Upon program completion, the graduate will be able to

Correlate the knowledge of anatomy, physiology pathophysiology and microbiology to their role as a Surgical Technologist

·         Acquire an understanding of the legal, moral and ethical values relating to the patient and the surgical team during all phases of surgery

·         Demonstrate a safe level of practice and knowledge as a Surgical Technologist

·         Apply the knowledge and skills during patient transportation, and positioning

·         Demonstration the knowledge and safe practice regarding medications and anesthetic agents given to the surgical patient

·         Demonstrate the highest standards of surgical asepsis and the surgical conscious during all phases of the patient’s surgical experience

·         Perform as a competent entry-level surgical technologist in the cognitive, physcomotor and affective learning domains

·         Value the professional attributes as of the Surgical Technologist

Job description: Surgical Technologist assists with patient care and related services in the operating room by performing as a member of the surgical team and by preparing supplies and equipment needed for use in surgery. Knowledge and experience in aseptic techniques qualifies the Surgical Technologists in preparing and maintaining a sterile field at the operating room table. The Surgical Technologist must be able to anticipate and respond to both the surgical team and the surgical patients needs. They should have essential qualities of intelligence, the ability to relate to people, an orientation towards service to people, and the capacity to handle stressful situations in a calm manner. They should exhibit respect for their team members and for the patient. The patients’ safety and privacy will always respected



Clinical Objectives:

Assist in maintaining a safe operating room environment
Apply the principle of aseptic technique to establish a sterile field, perform specific surgical tasks, and disinfect and sterile equipment/instrumentation to provide safe surgical care
Provide safe preoperative and perioperative care under the supervision of professional staff
Perform the specific skills required for assisting the various roles of the surgical technologist

Completion Outcome: Upon completion the Surgical Technology Program, the graduate student should be able to:

Recognize and use terminology and abbreviations common to the practice of heath care
Identify and employ personal and professional characteristics essential to becoming a surgical technologist
Apply basic knowledge and normal anatomy and function and recognize deviations from the normal
Identify disease-producing organisms and principles of disease transmission to prevent infection and promote healing
Demonstrate scientific knowledge in the application and practice of fundamental and advanced skills and concepts necessary to provide safe patient care
Perform specific skills acquired utilizing aseptic technique for assisting the surgical team for safe patient care
Provide safe preoperative and postoperative care of the patient
Make immediate and future decisions concerning job choices and educational growth with an increased level of professionalism and leadership

Scrub Role- First Scrub with Assist

The student surgical technologist shall perform more than 70% of the following duties during any given surgical intervention, with proficiency

Check supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure
Scrub, gown, and glove
Set up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment and medication/solutions needed for procedure
Perform appropriate counts with the circulator prior to the procedure and before incision is closed
Gown and glove additional surgical team members
Assist with draping the sterile field
Pass instruments and supplies to the sterile surgical team members during the procedure
Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure
Prepare sterile dressings
Perform terminal activities of cleaning and preparation of instruments, supplies and the OR

Scrub Role- First Scrub Solo

The student surgical technologist shall perform more than 90% of the following duties during any given surgical intervention, with proficiency

Check supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure
Scrub, gown and glove
Set up the sterile field with instruments, supplies, equipment and medication/solutions needed for the procedure
Perform appropriate counts with the circulator prior to the procedure and before incision is closed
Gown and glove additional surgical team members
Assist with draping the sterile field
Pass instruments and supplies to the sterile surgical team members during the procedure
Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during procedure
Prepare sterile dressing
Perform terminal activities of cleaning and preparation of instruments, supplies and the OR

You must have an 80 or above to graduate and meet the programs clinical requirements in compliance with the AST Core Curriculum

Program Guidelines
Core
Specialty
Ratios
Total Independent
Minimum
Level I   - 10
Level II - 10
Level III - 0
Level I    -   5
Level II   -   0
Level III - 0
Cases – 80
Ratio – 55/25
(70%/30%)

        25

EMPLOYMENT During the program

·       Employment in any part-time or full-time capacity is strongly discouraged.

·       The time needed to dedicate to studying is immense

·       The student shall not be substituted for paid personnel during the clinical component of the program,

·       The student shall not be paid by the clinical affliation site during the clinical component of the program.

All student activities associated with curriculum, especially while students are completing his or her clinical rotations, will be educational in nature. Students will not receive be receiving any monetary remuneration during this educational experience, nor will he or she be substituted for hired staff personnel within the clinical institution, in the capacity of surgical technologist.

Surgical Technology : Related Agencies:

Association of Surgical Technologist (AST)                       (303) 694-9130: www.ast.org

Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA)                                                        (3030 694-9262 www.arcst.org

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

                                                                                           (727) 210-2350 www.caahep.org

National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

                                                                                            (800) 707-0057 www.nbstsa.org

Min 25 hrs /week

Clinical:

September to February

·         1rst week shadow at clinical

·         Full time in clinical (operating theatre)

·         Monday- Thursday 6:45 am to 2:30 pm

·         4days a week and ½ class on Fridays 8:00 am- 12:00 pm

See attached paper for :

·         Admission requirements

·         Application process and Checklist

STEP 1 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The following criteria must be met before applications will be accepted for consideration:

¨ Applicants must have taken the Test of Adult Basic Education, TABE full battery test by April 9, 2012.

¨ TABE scores of 11.0 grade level in Reading, Math and Language on the full battery test - Level A, version 9 or 10 are required. TABE scores submitted must originate at SHTC testing center. Testing begins Oct. 17.

¨ Applicants who need to retest on the TABE will have ONLY ONE OPPORTUNITY TO RETEST DURING THE APPLICATION YEAR.

¨ D.E.T. (Diagnostic Entrance Test for Nurses) - All applicants must complete this test by the application deadline of April 20, 2012. D.E.T. testing will begin in January 2012 and continue monthly through April 2012.

THE D.E.T. TEST CAN ONLY BE TAKEN ONCE EVERY APPLICATION YEAR.

¨ At least 18 years of age.

¨ Standard high school diploma or high school diploma through the GED program. Diplomas will not be accepted from non-accredited sources.

STEP 2 APPLICATION PROCESS AND CHECKLIST

Applications will be accepted in the Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center’s Student Services office.

Applications WILL NOT be accepted before October 17, 2011.

The deadline for applications is 4:00 p.m. on April 20, 2012.

Mailed applications received after 4 p.m. will not be accepted

Applications must include the following items:

___Completed Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center application form.

___Submitted $50 non-refundable application fee.

___TABE testing completed (at SHTC) and required score met.

___D.E.T. (Diagnostic Entrance Test) is required and must be taken by the application deadline of April 20, 2012.

___High school transcripts or copy of diploma.

___Two (2) proofs of Florida residency and Florida residency form (see the SHTC application).

___Copy of birth certificate.

___Proof of county residence (Suwannee and Hamilton counties).

___Copy(s) of certificate/transcript if needed for bonus points (copy of license is not considered documentation).

___Employment verification letters on letterhead (must include dates of employment and job title).

___200 word essay will be assigned at the time of the interview in May.

IT IS THE APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE ALL DOCUMENTATION

STEP 3 THE SELECTION PROCESS

The Allied Health Committee will use the following criteria to determine eligibility of applicants for acceptance into the program. Documentation must be received by application deadline. Points are awarded in the following areas:

v 1. WORK EXPERIENCE Maximum points: 5

¨ Work as PCT/CNA (3 months or more - within the last 2 years) 2 points

¨ Health related experience other than PCT/CNA

(6 months or more – within the last 2 years) 2 points

¨ Other work experience not health related

(6 months or more) 1 point

¨ Requirements for work experience documentation:

1. Must be on employee letterhead

2. Must include your dates of employment

3. Must include your job title

v 2. TABE SCORES (Full Battery-A Level) Maximum points: 3

¨ 12.0 or above (Reading, Math, Language) 1 point each

¨ (Note: No points for AS, AA or BS degree.

Must take TABE to receive points)

v 3. D.E.T. (Diagnostic Entrance Test for Nurses) Maximum points: 3

¨ 75% and above 3 points

v 4. RESIDENCY Maximum points: 1

¨ Documented resident of Suwannee or Hamilton county 1 point

v 5. INTERVIEW Maximum points: 10

¨ To be scheduled in May

¨ Points awarded derived from panelist average

v 6. ESSAY Maximum points: 5

¨ 200 word essay (will be assigned at the time of the interview in May)

¨ Handwritten and legible

¨ Spelling

¨ Grammar

¨ Content

v 7. BONUS POINTS Maximum points: 7

¨ SHTC PCT/CNA program graduate or current student

(SHTC certificate required) 3 points

¨ PCT/CNA program graduate other than SHTC 1 point

(Must provide certificate of completion from accredited program)

¨ SHTC health program other than PCT-including medical 1 point

secretary (including current enrollees or graduates)

¨ U. S. Veteran 2 points

IT IS THE APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE ALL DOCUMENTATION

Patient Care Technician

Adult Program Number H170694

PCT is a 600 hour / 6 month program. We start a new class in January, which finishes in June and then we start a new class in July which finishes in December. Students start attending Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. After about 3 weeks students receive clinical instruction in different nursing facilities off campus. Off campus clinicals could require that students attend on some evenings and weekends depending on the nursing facility.

We are continously taking applications for the next PCT program. Enrollment is limited, if you are interested you should immediately call (386) 647-4210 to register for the TABE test. The TABE is a test of adult basic education and is required by the state of Florida for any person entering a vocational program. When you finish the TABE test you meet with the counselor, fill out an application and get your name on the waiting list for the next PCT program. You may also want to go ahead and apply for financial aid. The website for the PELL Grant is: www.fafsa.ed.gov and our school number is: 016824.

Program Description: This program prepares students for entry level careers in providing patient care. The content includes home health aide, nursing assistant skills including hospital and nursing home care, nutrition, phlebotomy, EKG, and any skills associated with a non-licensed position in a hospital or nursing home such as rehabilitation aide.

Job Opportunities: Many positions are available in nursing homes, hospitals, home health agencies, health facilities, and other health care facilities utilizing assistants to nurses. During the most recent follow-up survey (2009-10), 78.38% of the graduates were employed.

Program Costs: The approximate cost for tuition, books, liability insurance, supplies, CNA pin, and drug screening is $2400.00. White clinical shoes, uniforms, hose, watch with sweep second hand, a physical, and Hepatitis B shots are also required. Students need to show proof that they are covered by health and accident insurance or have some arrangement for payment of health care if needed while in clinical areas.

Licensure: Upon successful completion of the Patient Care Assistant Program, students must apply to take the CNA state certification exam. The approximate cost for this exam is $180.00. Based on the most recent information available (2009-10), 90.32% of the program completers passed the LICENSURE exam. The minimum grade level required by the state for program completers is 10.0 in reading, language, and math. Refer to TABE requirements on page 11 of this catalog.

Special Admission Requirements: Prospective students must have a clear FDLE criminal background check prior to admission. A list of felonies and misdemeanors that would exclude a student as determined by the Florida Board of Nursing are listed below. A drug test will also be administered as part of this program. Students are expected to achieve at least 10.0 on the TABE before assignment to clinical sites.

Criminal History That Would Deny Admission or Cause Immediate Dismissal From the Program: According to 464.018 (1) Florida Statute, the following acts constitute grounds for denial of a license or disciplinary action. Accordingly, being found guilty, regardless of adjudication, of any of the following offenses will result in denial of admission into nursing related programs or immediate dismissal from these programs. (NOTE: If adjudication is withheld on a disqualifying offense, it is disqualifying. Some of the disqualifying offenses are misdemeanors and some are felonies. A DUI offense will also disqualify a student.)

1. Having been found guilty of, regardless of adjudication, or entered a plea of nono contendere to or guilty to, any offense prohibited under 435.03 Florida Statute or under any similar statute of another jurisdiction; or having committed an act which constitutes domestic violence as defined in 741.28 Florida Statutes.

2. Chapter Offenses (Listed below)

Chapter Offenses

39 Relating to child abuse, abandonment, and neglect

415 Relating to protection from abuse, neglect, and exploitation

776 A forcible felony

782 Relating to murder and homicide

784 Relating to assault, battery, and culpable negligence

787 Relating to kidnapping and false imprisonment

794 Relating to sexual battery

796 Relating to prostitution

798 Relating to lewd and lascivious behavior

800 Relating to lewdness and indecent exposure

806 Relating to arson

812 Relating to theft, robbery, and related crimes

817 Relating to fraudulent practices

825 Relating to aggravated abuse

826 Relating to incest

827 Relating to child abuse

847 Relating to obscene literature

893 Engaging or attempting to engage in the possession, sale, or distribution of controlled substances

Adult Courses and Clock Hours

HSC0003: Basic Healthcare Worker – Outcomes are referred to as the Health Science Core and do not have to be completed if the student has previously completed the core in another program at any level. Content includes: knowledge of the health care delivery system, legal and ethical responsibilities, safety and security procedures, infection control procedures, and knowledge of blood borne diseases including AIDS.

Adult – 90 clock hours

HCP0121: Nurse Aide/Orderly – After completing this course, the student will be able to: perform physical comfort and safety functions, provide personal patient care, and provide care for geriatric patients.

Adult – 75 clock hours

HCP0331: Advanced Home Health Aide – The student will be able to: perform physical comfort and safety functions specific to home health aide, apply the principles of infection control specific to home health aide, and perform home health-care services.

Adult – 50 clock hours

HCP0020: Patient Care Assistant – The student will be able to: Perform nursing assistant skills related to the hospital setting and provide nursing assistant care for the adult patient.

Adult – 75 clock hours

HSC0016: Allied Health Assistant – The student will be able to: perform skills representative of 1 – 3 major allied health areas as determined by local labor market demand. Such skills must be at the aide level and not beyond the scope of unlicensed assistive personnel.

Adult – 150 clock hours

MEA0580: Advanced Allied Health Assistant – After completing this course, the student will be able to: perform additional skills from the previous courses which are in the aide level and do not go beyond the scope of practice of unlicensed assistive personnel.

Adult – 100 clock hours

PRN0094: Patient Care Technician – After completing all courses the student will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of organizational and effective team member skills and practice organizational and effective team member skills in a clinical setting.

Adult – 60 clock hours

TOTAL CLOCK HOURS 600

Phlebotomist

Adult Program Number H170302

Program Description: This 165 clock hour program is designed to provide cross-training certification to persons already working as a health care provider. Students are given classroom experiences which prepares them for national certification as a licensed phlebotomist. This program is only offered in the evening.

Job Opportunities: Many of the students in the class are enrolled at the request of their employers. During the most recent follow-up survey (2009-10), 100% of the graduates were employed.

Licensure: The program is accredited with the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, Inc. Students have the option of taking the national board written and practical exam. The exam is administered on the Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center campus following each course. National licensure is not required by the State of Florida but is requested by employers.

Special Considerations: No student will be accepted that is not currently employed as a health care worker. Clinical training is not part of this program. Students already working at a site that uses phlebotomy skills and are planning to take the national board have an advantage when trying to meet board requirements for clinical experiences.

Program Cost: The approximate cost for this program is $688.66. Fees for the National Board Exam are the responsibility of the student.

Adult Course and Clock Hours

MEA0520: Phlebotomist – This program prepares students to be employed as phlebotomists or as a cross-trained health care worker who needs phlebotomy skills. Preparation for the national board exam is included in the content.

Adult – 165 clock hours

Surgical Technology

Practical Nursing

Patient Care Technician

Phlebotomy