Operating Room Services

General Information

Operating Room Technicians play a vital role in supporting surgical teams by ensuring a safe and efficient environment for surgical procedures. These professionals are responsible for preparing all surgical instruments, equipment, and materials before surgery, assisting during operations as required, and maintaining the sterile field. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical training, students gain the competencies necessary to work in diverse surgical and procedural settings.

Mission

The mission of the Operating Room Services Program is to educate and train competent, ethical, and skilled surgical support staff who can contribute effectively to the success of surgical interventions, uphold the highest standards of patient safety, and support the surgical team with professionalism and precision.

Vision

Our vision is to become a leading academic program recognized nationally and internationally for excellence in surgical support training, innovation in operating room technologies, and commitment to improving healthcare outcomes through skilled allied health professionals.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Operating Room Services Program will be able to:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of operating room technologies and the fundamental structure of the surgical environment.
• Apply principles of safety for patients, healthcare personnel, and the workplace in the operating room setting.
• Prepare the operating room before, during, and after surgical procedures, ensuring all materials and instruments are ready and sterile.
• Assist patients with preoperative preparations, safe transport to and from the operating room, and postoperative transfer.
• Organize and prepare basic surgical instruments, materials, and sets required for various surgical interventions.
• Participate in surgical procedures as deemed appropriate by the attending surgeon, within the scope of practice.
• Understand the physical layout and technological infrastructure of modern operating rooms, including the usage and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Implement infection control practices and maintain sterile techniques in the preparation of the surgical environment and patient.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the associate degree in Operating Room Services are qualified to work in a variety of healthcare settings. Career opportunities include positions in:

• Operating rooms of public and private hospitals
• University-affiliated medical centers
• Central sterilization units
• Endoscopy units
• Delivery rooms
• Dental surgery clinics
• Outpatient surgical centers

Professionals in this field play an essential role in supporting surgeons and other healthcare professionals by ensuring the safe and efficient execution of surgical procedures.