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Surgical Service Apprentice
As a surgical service apprentice, you will learn to scrub your hands and arms using acceptable aseptic techniques. You will also put on a sterile gown and gloves, maintaining sterility, and assist the surgeons in gowning and gloving. The surgical service apprentice also learns numerous specialized skills such as the difference between sterile and nonsterile instruments and supplies, transporting patients to the operating table and cleaning the operating room. The apprentice arranges and counts sterile instruments and sponges in preparation for surgery and passes these items to the surgeon during an operation. You will assist anesthesia personnel when needed and must be able to remain calm in stressful situations. The surgical service apprentice must not be afraid of the sight of blood. PAY CHART
- CCAF Degrees:
- Surgical Services Technology
- Tech Schools:
- Sheppard AFB, TX
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