episode 1 | DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SURGICAL TECH | teamwork, case setup, opening a room for a tech.

*it looks like my video at the end got cut off. Will re-upload. something went wrong.
Basically I went to lunch after my cysto case then I was assigned to do left colon with stents then I went home lol. Thats it. 1 full case for me. You guys got the whole glimpse.
Here's what my day looks like as a CST.
(DAY VARIES) lol.
If I get a break, breakfast and lunch, its a good day!

[@7Rainbow13]

Loved this! I'm in my second semester of the tech program and I'm currently learning how to set up the surgical feild. So cool to watch someone doing this in real life. Not a lot of techs on youtube sadly. Keep on doing your thing c:

[@surgtechbae]

There’s not a lot of surg techs on showcasing what they do day by day. It’s time to change that!

[@emersoncaspian8726]

I realize it's kinda off topic but does anyone know a good website to watch new tv shows online?

[@angd5477]

This is so cool! I’m currently enrolled in the program I graduate May 2022!

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Goodluck!

[@hansols1727]

When do clinicals in the hospital start? Is it the first semester in the program?

[@angd5477]

@@hansols1727 im not sure, we were told anywhere from the third quarter to fifth.

[@andresmurillo5671]

@@angd5477 I’m thinking of doing a program..but with the pandemic at hand..is it all online or In a classroom as well? Thanks

[@angd5477]

@@andresmurillo5671 it’s both! I love it, labs are always done on campus. I personally love the online and virtual classes. I

[@elaina.duncan3129]

I just got accepted into the surgical tech program and I start this upcoming fall. It's really helpful watching your videos to prepare me 🥰

[@VvsDonnie]

“That is talent, girl” hahah

[@Arod88RA]

Thank you so much for this! I’m a year into my program and clinicals are just around the corner. I really enjoyed watching a day I’m the life! More vids like these please and thank you!☺️

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

I'll definitely do more vids like this! My days are never the same. Lol.

[@Arod88RA]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK that’s perfect!

[@brittnyy113]

I am leaving Nursing School and currently enrolled in ST, due to start in the Fall.... please do a video on how ST school was, your first paycheck(s), traveling, what the surgeons personalities are like, best and worst cases, your favorite specialties, and if you have any plans on becoming a CSFA/CSA.... As always, thank you for these videos

[@Nicoleunironically]

May I ask why you decided to leave nursing and do ST?

[@ericac4160]

Sooo happy you're sharing with us! Thanks!

[@beautykay8545]

For my final we have to do the scrub, back table, gown and glove. This video definitely helped with the back table, Thanks!

[@dgarrett2593]

Very insightful! I am looking to switch into the ST program. This was very helpful to see the day to day operations for the field.

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Any questions, I'll be here! And goodluck!

[@Ashley-og9ti]

What were you studying prior to considering an ST program?

[@cloroxbleach5159]

Thanks for the video! I really enjoyed it!

[@surgtechbae]

I like the fact that you use your knuckle to press the elevator button. Lol

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Lmao I've never pushed a button with my finger.

[@kken.n_]

dream job, I’m only 13 but that’s okay😭

[@dominiquea5562]

So cool. I'm planning to do a surgical tech program when I move to Texas

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Goodluck!!!

[@kilajj]

Same here

[@nataliebronx2868]

Wow thanks a lot! I wish we could see the case 😀

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

HIPAA :(

[@nataliebronx2868]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK I know 😉 but thanks a lot! I am SPD tech, planning to become a CST.

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

@@nataliebronx2868 You're on the right track! You probably know the instruments more than me lol. I could use some help with the VATS trays. No one wants to count all those vascular clamps.

[@heidibourg6621]

I’m thinking about going to school for a ST but it scares me of it being a high stress job and a lot of instruments to remember for each case 😳 I am 37, married, 3 kids and work part time as an OR tech (on the job training)for pain management. I don’t do nearly what a ST would do and it’s stress free and super easy. I currently enrolled for the fall this year 2021 but I’m so on the fence of backing out bc I’m scared. I have a month to decide. I didn’t go through with scheduling classes yet or anything but just enrolled

[@prince9543]

Your gonna do great dont worry

[@heidibourg6621]

Thank you! I start pre courses this month

[@pb4ugo19]

​@@heidibourg6621update?

[@christopherhenry7818]

In my last term of ST program, so this video was interesting to watch. Keep it up.

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

My last term, you had to set up a case in less than 30 mins. If under, you fail.

[@christopherhenry7818]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK Mines they start 10 mins after scrub. Isn't too hard though I shake all the way through. I still get it done lol

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

@@christopherhenry7818 that's tough lol but I've set up in 5 mins in the real world. Emergencies are emergencies!

[@christopherhenry7818]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK I'll get there one day. Ah brother gotta be aspiring to be like you.

[@luciag3028]

Do more videos on your Career the prons and cons or what to do if you want to pursue surg tech

[@brendatovar7870]

what is your work schedule like? do you get to pick your shifts?

[@TheLibra926]

I just enrolled in NYU one year program. It starts on 4/19. Hopefully you give some pointers on the board test.

[@dpayne5399]

Im from NYC too so thanks for program suggestion

[@Ashley-og9ti]

How is the program going?

[@TheLibra926]

@@Ashley-og9ti it's going smooth so far. Just can't wait to start clinicals i think that's when i can take in the most info.

[@williamburns3211]

Thanks for the video. I am curious to know in general, what percentage of your day is spent selecting the equipment? How much is devoted to room setup and how much is spent actually working on a case? I think this field sounds really interesting and I might give it a go.

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Lol I will be honest to you, turn over from one case to another is 10 minutes. That includes setting up the room, open, set up, counted. It's fasssssssssst. Most cases All cases starts at 730. We're there for huddle at 645. Get your case from charge, read it, get all your trays, open, set up, count. 10 to 15 mins. Patient will come in whether u ready or not. They won't be late

[@rachelcoloradomy3kidz778]

I loved this! Tfs 💕 and I would really like to do this

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

It's awesome! The best organ is the brain! I'm still amazed by it. Oh and the heart and bones.

[@alexisallenegui3257]

Hi! Just came across your videos! Im looking to become a surgical tech. I was wondering in your opinion if becoming a SPD tech first would be better and then moving to a surgical tech? Google isnt really giving me any help hahaha! Any info would be so helpful thankyou!

[@DaraM111]

I have been curious of what Surgical Techs do. I guess I thought they actually scrubbed in but I take it thats a no? :) if not then what positions are there for being in the actual surgery room when it's going on? I love surgery stuff haha

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Yes we do scrub in. This is just me helping them out because she has a 730 case while mine was 1030. We can't sit around and wait. Thats a big no no. The operating room is a family and a team. If there's a stat case, everybody jumps in.

[@DaraM111]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK thats pretty awesome! Yeah definitely need to be a team to make it flow better. Plus thats just the right and respectful thing to do to get top care for the patient :) I'm so grateful you replied 🙏 just subscribed

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

@@DaraM111 the charge will tell you where to go and opening the case for them is a big help! The faster we help, the better the outcome for everybody including patients. The board flow is smoother and things are done. And you're welcome. I reply to everyone 👌

[@osamachippa4663]

Thank you so much :)

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

I'll film more of this! My days are definitely a roller coaster lol this was a nice day to say the least.

[@Lexiisloveeee]

Clinical next month for me 😁 I’m excited but Soo nervous ugh

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Girl I got my surgical guide coming in this month to help you out! Inspired by all of you! I'm trying to get it out as fast because people are starting their rotations soon!

[@trelljohnson9702]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK I'll be starting in the spring

[@brysctt72]

I push the elevator buttons the same way 😂

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Hahahah even before covid, I do not touch handles. 🤣

[@ralphedwards5962]

Hi, so with the first case it said adson forceps. Do you put the forceps in the instrument tray?

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Like hang them? Yes. Everybody does.

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

@@Michelle-wd2oy you should ask permission to film first 👌😁

[@diggin2195]

I’m interested in this career but I feel like I’ll get way to confused

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

I was too! I even broke down and had panic attacks during our quiz on instruments lol. I talked about it on my other video. I remember it so clearly! But look at me now, I STILL don't know all the instruments lol. You will learn them along the way.

[@ambitiousbeauty1013]

​@@SURGICALTECHGEEK if you don't know all the instruments what do you do if you have to pull instruments you don't know? I was wondering what's the process you go through if you're not familiar with an unknown instrument.

[@alvinarcena7408]

How to become a cst and apply in other country like US from my country, The Philippines? Ty

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Idk I'm not well versed with immigration when it comes to jobs hunts.

[@alvinarcena7408]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK Thanks, no problem!

[@niviamunoz3131]

how many calories do you burn in a shift

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Girl idk lol 😆 I don't count that.

[@susanamolina7943]

Where do you work at?

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Surgery

[@josuecornejoponce]

Do they let you open hand glove set up?

[@BLACKNATIONNETWORKS]

Do you need a associate degree or certificate?

[@SURGICALTECHGEEK]

Cert but degree recommender

[@BLACKNATIONNETWORKS]

@@SURGICALTECHGEEK okay thanks

[@kristenharrison9279]

Awesome. Currently watching videos to help me through Surgical Technologist program! 🫶