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ASSURING HIGHER OR QUALITY AND LOWER CARE COSTS?

For CSTs and CSFAs, it’s a matter of principles.

Skilled in the principles of asepsis and the practice of

sterile technique, Certified Surgical Technologists (CSTs)

and Certified Surgical First Assistants (CSFAs) are on the

frontlines in today’s optimal surgical environments. The

expertise these highly-trained professionals bring to the OR

contributes directly to risk reduction, cost curtailment and

quality assurance. For health care administrators tasked with

finding value-enhancing strategies for the surgical setting,

the presence of CSTs and CSFAs is evidence-based medicine

at its best.

CSTs and CSFAs are integral members of the surgical team who

work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered

nurses and other surgical personnel delivering patient care

before, during and after surgery.

Certified Surgical Technologist

The CST in the scrub role handles the instruments, supplies

and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

Certified Surgical Technologists have an understanding of

the procedure being performed, anticipate the needs of the

surgeon and have the necessary knowledge and ability to

ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure,

while monitoring and preserving the sterile field.

Circulating Certified Surgical Technologist

The CST in the circulating role obtains additional instruments,

supplies and equipment necessary while the surgical

procedure is in progress. The circulating surgical technologist

monitors conditions in the operating room and constantly

assesses the needs of the patient and surgical team.

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Certified Surgical Technologists who have obtained the

Certified Surgical First Assistant credential may serve in the

role of surgical first assistant, under the direct supervision of

the surgeon. As defined by the American College of

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