Scrub Technician Certificate
| Week | Modules | Learning Outcomes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
- Role and responsibilities of a scrub technician - Overview of the surgical environment - Professional ethics and communication |
Understand the role of a scrub technician, including responsibilities and effective communication skills. |
Quiz on roles and responsibilities |
| 2 |
- Principles of asepsis - Preparing and maintaining sterile fields - Identifying breaks in sterility |
Apply aseptic techniques to set up and maintain sterile fields while identifying and correcting breaches. |
Hands-on evaluation of aseptic techniques |
| 3 |
- Types of surgical instruments - Instrument sterilization and storage - Handling and passing instruments |
Identify and handle surgical instruments accurately and ensure proper sterilization and storage. |
Instrument identification test |
| 4 |
- Preparing the OR and patient for surgery - Positioning and draping the patient - Surgical site preparation |
Prepare the OR and the patient for surgery, including positioning and draping. |
Preoperative setup checklist evaluation |
| 5 |
- Assisting the surgeon during procedures - Anticipating surgical team needs - Handling specimens and sharps safely |
Assist surgeons effectively during procedures and handle surgical specimens and sharps safely. |
Evaluation of intraoperative assistance skills |
| 6 |
- Cleaning and restocking the OR - Instrument decontamination and sterilization - Documentation and reporting |
Ensure a clean and functional OR post-surgery and maintain accurate documentation. |
Postoperative checklist evaluation |
| 7 |
- Assisting in specialized surgeries (e.g., orthopedic, cardiovascular) - Specialized instruments - Role adjustments |
Support surgical teams during specialized procedures, adapting to specific requirements. |
Case-based evaluation on surgical procedures |
| 8 |
- Recognizing and responding to surgical complications - Handling emergencies - Occupational safety |
Recognize surgical complications and follow emergency protocols while maintaining occupational safety. |
Participation in emergency scenarios |
| 9 |
- Working with advanced technology (e.g., lasers, robotics) - Troubleshooting equipment - Instrument readiness |
Handle advanced surgical technology confidently and ensure equipment readiness for procedures. |
Hands-on evaluation of advanced equipment handling |
| 10 |
- Review of all modules - Professional development - Continuing education opportunities |
Demonstrate mastery of all program topics and prepare for entry-level scrub technician roles. |
Final theoretical and practical assessment |
Potential job opportunities include:
- Hospitals: Assisting surgeons and nurses in operating rooms during surgeries and post-operative procedures.
- Ambulatory Surgery Centers: Supporting outpatient surgeries, managing instruments, and preparing operating rooms.
- Specialized Clinics: Working in orthopedic, cardiac, or cosmetic surgery centers with specific procedural expertise.
- Veterinary Clinics: Assisting with surgeries in veterinary practices.
- Medical Equipment Companies: Providing expertise in surgical instruments and sterile techniques during demonstrations.
- Travel and Contract Positions: Filling short-term roles in healthcare facilities that require experienced scrub technicians.
As the demand for surgical procedures grows, scrub technicians are in high demand, with opportunities to advance into roles like surgical technologists, OR managers, or educators in surgical programs.
