Benefits of Upskilled Surgical Technologists
A highly skilled surgical technologist team offers numerous advantages beyond the operating room. They include:
Improved Surgical Efficiency
Upskilled surgical technologists are adept at using new technology. This continuous learning translates to faster instrument prep, smoother anticipation of the surgeon’s needs and quicker troubleshooting if issues arise. The enhanced proficiency helps streamline surgical processes, leading to shorter procedure times and reduced risks of complications.
Enhanced Patient Outcomes
Upskilling isn’t only about efficiency but also about patient care. With a strong foundation in the latest advances, surgical technologists can ensure proper instrument sterilization and careful handling of delicate tissues. The results are reduced risk of surgical infections, improved surgical precision and potentially faster patient recovery times.
Increased Staff Retention
A well-trained and competent surgical technologist team fosters a positive work environment. Upskilling helps to address skill gaps, ensuring your employees are more confident and fulfilled in their roles. This training can translate to increased job satisfaction and promote staff retention.
Identifying Upskilling Needs
Determining the upskilling needs of your surgical employees is crucial in optimizing their performance. One practical approach involves conducting regular performance evaluations to assess the competency levels of different surgical techs. Through these evaluations, you can identify strengths and weaknesses like surgical technique proficiency, teamwork skills and adaptability.
Additionally, implementing competency tests allows you to evaluate their technical abilities objectively. You can focus on specific skill sets relevant to their role, such as instrument handling, sterile technique and surgical equipment operation.
Another valuable source of insight is soliciting feedback from surgeons who collaborate closely with your surgical technologist team. Surgeons can offer useful perspectives on areas that need improvement. With these multiple approaches, you can identify skill gaps and create a clear picture of your team’s upskilling requirements.
Choose MedCerts Surgical Upskilling Solutions
Equipping your surgical tech team with the latest knowledge doesn’t have to be complicated. At MedCerts, we offer a comprehensive suite of upskilling solutions designed to address the specific needs you identified. Our online course in surgical technology covers the latest in surgical prep, equipment and sterility.
For ongoing reskilling and upskilling, we provide continuous self-paced learning opportunities to keep your team sharp. We can tailor course recommendations based on your team’s skill assessments and performance evaluations to ensure your techs get the most relevant training possible.
If you are a C-Suite hospital executive or Healthcare HR professional seeking to empower your surgical technologist team, MedCerts is the ideal partner. Contact us today to schedule a meeting with our Partner Solution team and explore MedCerts’ solutions to upskill your employees.
