SFA 280 - Surgical First Assistant Capstone

Credits: 1
Instructional Contact Hours: 1

Increases impact and effectiveness as a valuable member of the operating room. Provides an opportunity to evaluate the professional character desired as well as explore opportunities for independent practice.

Prerequisite(s): SFA 278 with a C (2.0) minimum grade
Corequisite(s): SFA 279
Lecture Hours: 15 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives

1. Demonstrate information literacy related to the surgical first assistant.
2. Discuss the expectations of the surgical first assistant in the healthcare setting.

A. Define current strategies such as Six Sigma and Lean management to promote patient care.

3. Review the role of the surgical assistant in the healthcare setting.

A.   Evaluate the job description of the surgical first assistant.
B.   Explore the profession as an independent practitioner.
C.   Describe effective business practices.
D.   Analyze the significance of HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and System) and patient/physician satisfaction to the success of the team and healthcare organization.

4. Analyze ethical and moral responsibilities relevant to the surgical assistant.
5. Demonstrate appropriate communication skills for the surgical first assistant.

A.   Demonstrate respect and consideration for others.
B.   Listen to, respect, and critically evaluate the ideas and opinions of others.
C.   Respond appropriately to other's communications.
D.   Value differences and diversity within a group.

6. Identify methods of stress management.
7. Develop a portfolio.

A. Write in a clear, organized, succinct and effective manner.
B. Demonstrate proper spelling, grammar, and sentence structure in formal writing.