The Aultman Hospital School of Surgical Assisting will not offer a class in 2009 as planned. Applications are not being accepted at this time. Please check this site for future information. Surgical Assisting
As defined by the American College of Surgeons, the Surgical "First Assistant" provides aid in exposure, hemostatis and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. This role will vary considerably with the surgical procedure, specialty area, surgeon and type of facility. Read the
job description and review the
list of surgical specialties in which surgical assistants are involved.
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Learn more about the Aultman Hospital School of Surgical Assisting by clicking on the links below.
About Our ProgramCurriculumPrerequisites and Admissions RequirementsProgram GoalsExpensesNSAA Program EndorsementAffirmative Action StatementSurgical SpecialtiesSA Job Description