{"id":40434,"date":"2025-02-25T16:40:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T21:40:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/saratogabusinessjournal\/?p=40434"},"modified":"2025-02-25T16:40:22","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T21:40:22","slug":"maria-college-launches-surgical-technology-program-to-meet-growing-healthcare-demand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/saratogabusinessjournal\/2025\/02\/maria-college-launches-surgical-technology-program-to-meet-growing-healthcare-demand\/","title":{"rendered":"Maria College Launches Surgical Technology Program To Meet Growing Healthcare Demand"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_40436\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40436\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-40436\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/saratogabusinessjournal\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/48\/2025\/02\/mariacollege-h-1024x768.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/saratogabusinessjournal\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/48\/2025\/02\/mariacollege-h-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/saratogabusinessjournal\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/48\/2025\/02\/mariacollege-h-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/saratogabusinessjournal\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/48\/2025\/02\/mariacollege-h-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/saratogabusinessjournal\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/48\/2025\/02\/mariacollege-h.png 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40436\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Meredith Robison, Jeffrey Stone, and Dr. Lynn Ortale in the operating room at St. Peter\u2019s Hospital, dedicated to advancing healthcare and education.<br \/>Courtesy Maria College<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Maria College will launch an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Surgical Technology this fall to meet the rising demand for skilled professionals both regionally and nationally. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The 68-credit program, developed in partnership with St. Peter\u2019s Health Partners, fast-tracks students into the high-demand field of surgical technology, which is projected to grow 7% by 2032.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSurgical technologists set up equipment, help prepare patients for surgery, assist the surgeon throughout the procedure,and maintain sterile conditions in the operating room,\u201d explained Dr. Lynn Ortale, president of Maria College. \u201cOur program will equip students to meet the increasing demand for skilled workers in the Capital Region and beyond, providing healthcare facilities with essential support while offering rewarding career opportunities for our graduates. With this degree, Maria College continues to honor the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy and their commitment to excellence in healthcare and service to members of our community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><span class=\"\"><b><span class=\"s1\"><span class=\"s2\"><!--more--><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>The program offers flexible options with both day (four semesters) and evening (six semesters) formats. The curriculum blends courses in anatomy, microbiology, and psychology with specialized surgical technology training, involving preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of surgical case management.<\/p>\n<p>Students will also benefit from advanced VR technology, enabling them to practice realistic scenarios and improve their skills before entering real operating rooms. This approach ensures students develop technical proficiency and remain calm and focused under pressure.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhat truly sets our program apart is the hands-on experience at St. Peter\u2019s Hospital,\u201d said Dr. Wendy Trevor, vice president for strategic innovation and partnerships at Maria College. \u201cBy practicing in a fully equipped surgical suite, students gain firsthand experience in a live hospital environment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are excited to partner with Maria College to provide access to a state-of-the-art surgical suite,\u201d said Meredith Robison, chief nursing officer, St. Peters Health Partners Acute Care. \u201cThe suite, complete with operating tables, scrub sinks, and space for simulation equipment, will help train the next generation of surgical technologists. By addressing the region\u2019s surgical tech shortage, this program will not only shape future professionals, but also strengthen the skilled workforce needed to deliver exceptional patient care.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Trevor said the AAS degree will equip students to take the National Certification Examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). \u201cIt\u2019s an excellent career path for those looking to be part of a collaborative healthcare team, working alongside surgeons, anesthesiologists, and registered nurses to deliver patient care during surgeries,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>Upon graduation, students will be ready to enter the workforce as surgical technologists in hospitals, outpatient surgical centers, and other healthcare facilities. Salaries for surgical technologists range from $43,000 to $80,000+, depending on experience, location, and certifications.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe AAS in Surgical Technology supports the college\u2019s mission to offer accessible, high-quality education while promoting the health and well-being of the community,\u201d concluded Dr. Ortale. \u201cThis program strengthens Maria College\u2019s role as a leader in healthcare education in the Capital Region.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>For more information or to apply, prospective students can visit mariacollege.edu\/surgtech or call 518-438-3111.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maria College will launch an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Surgical Technology this fall to meet the rising demand for skilled professionals both regionally and nationally. \u00a0 The 68-credit program, developed in partnership with St. Peter\u2019s Health Partners, fast-tracks students into the high-demand field of surgical technology, which is projected to grow 7% [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":89,"featured_media":40436,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-40434","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business-news"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - 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