Operating Room Services Program

Program Overview
The Operating Room Services Program trains skilled healthcare professionals to become integral members of surgical teams. These professionals, known as Operating Room Services Technicians, are responsible for preparing the operating room, handling surgical instruments and medical devices, and assisting surgeons during procedures.

Roles and Responsibilities
Operating Room Services Technicians work under the supervision of the operating room specialist or, in their absence, the surgeon performing the procedure. Their key responsibilities include:

Pre-Surgery Preparation: Setting up the operating room, surgical table, and required instruments.
Surgical Assistance: Actively supporting the surgical team throughout the procedure.
Post-Surgery Duties: Ensuring the sterilization, maintenance, and proper storage of surgical instruments.
Operating Room Maintenance: Overseeing the cleaning, storage, and supply of all surgical equipment, maintaining sterilization protocols, and keeping records.

The two-year, application-oriented program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on training. Courses are conducted in specialized college laboratories, emphasizing practical learning as a crucial component of the program.
Students develop both theoretical and practical competencies, equipping them with the necessary skills to transition smoothly into the professional field upon graduation.

The curriculum is designed to provide students with direct exposure to real-world surgical settings. Key training components include:

Theoretical and practical courses aligned with professional standards.,
Hands-on learning experiences through applied courses in clinical settings.
A 20-day mandatory summer internship to enhance practical skills and familiarity with operating room environments.

Graduates of the Operating Room Services Program can pursue careers in:

Operating rooms in public and private hospitals.
Sterilization units within healthcare institutions.

Graduates who pass the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS) can continue their education in the following undergraduate programs:

Nursing
Emergency Aid and Disaster Management
Health Management