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You must be registered in order to practice as a Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist on or after April 1, 2011. We encourage you to submit your application and fee as early as possible to ensure your registration is completed on time. Click here for more information.
As of March 31, 2011, the Division of Registrations approved over 1,400 Surgical Technologist/Surgical Assistant registrant applications. If you want to check the status of an applicant’s license, you can save time by accessing the Verify a Colorado Licensee button (left side) on this page before calling the Division.
Who needs to Register?
Anyone who regularly performs the majority of the duties of a Surgical Assistant or a Surgical Technologist who is employed, contracted, or credentialed by a healthcare facility needs to register.
What are the duties of a Surgical Assistant?
(a) Positioning the patient.
(b) Providing visualization of the operative site.
(c) Utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis.
(d) Participating in volume replacement or autotransfusion techniques as appropriate.
(e) Utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes.
(f) Selecting and applying appropriate wound dressings.
(g) Providing assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue.
(h) The duties of a surgical technologist.
What are the duties of a Surgical Technologist?
(a) Preparation of the operating or procedure room and the sterile field for surgical procedures by sterilizing supplies, instruments, and equipment.
(b) Preparation of the operating or procedure room for surgical procedures by ensuring that surgical equipment is functioning properly and safely.
(c) Passing instruments, equipment, or supplies to a surgeon; sponging or suctioning an operative site; preparing and cutting suture material; holding retractors; transferring but not administering fluids or drugs; assisting in counting sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments; and performing other similar duties as directed during a surgical procedure.
Recent Legislation
Legislation passed during the 2011 Legislative Session impacts the Division of Registrations. The Division is developing an implementation process at this time. Please check back in the near future to learn about any changes to rules, requirements and important deadlines.
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The word "license" is used as a general term. While most of the professions and occupations are licensed, others may be registered, certified, or listed. For precise terminology and requirements related to a profession or occupation, please consult the website of the appropriate board or program.
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