Hills & Dales Healthcare – Surgical Technician Apprenticeship

Starting a surgical technologist apprentice career means having a solid work ethic, a strong desire to learn, and a commitment to quality. An illustration of this is Sarah from Hills and Dales General Hospital, who completed her registered apprenticeship program on November 29, 2023. Sarah demonstrated success in the constantly changing healthcare field by dedicating time to the surgical field and being sensitive to patient care. Sarah strongly desired to contribute to the medical field when she started her career as a surgical technologist apprentice. 

Hills and Dales created an apprenticeship program sponsored by GST Michigan Works! on November 18, 2022, and Sarah entered the program. She took advantage of every chance to learn, whether it was through reading, talking with seasoned experts, or asking her mentor for advice. Sarah’s commitment to honing her abilities helped her assist in several operations, earning the respect and confidence of her peers.

Sarah witnessed firsthand the fast-paced nature of the surgical technology profession throughout her apprenticeship. She quickly learned new skills through on-the-job and classroom training funded by GST Michigan Works! Sarah gained a competitive advantage and the ability to work efficiently in an ever-changing surgical environment because of the assistance provided.

The key to Sarah’s success as a surgical technician is her exceptional capacity to cultivate a mutually beneficial partnership with surgeons. Achieving this synergy required good communication, anticipating their needs, and displaying the highest level of professionalism. Sarah ensured that surgical procedures went well and contributed to successful surgical results by taking the initiative and prioritizing patient safety.

Sarah’s success as a surgical technologist was heavily influenced by her unwavering enthusiasm for providing excellent patient care. She understood that people were most vulnerable during surgical procedures, and her assurance and presence brought them comfort and confidence. Sarah displayed genuine concern for each patient’s well-being by maintaining a clean and safe environment.