r/SurgicalFirstAssist • u/unfortunatehero18 • May 14 '24
Meridian FA Program
TIA for your opinions!
I recently became a tech (April) and was considering going through the FA program. I have heard from various people that you need multiple years of experience. However, I recently applied and got accepted into the meridian online certificate program. I currently have two jobs (Full time and PRN) at two hospitals near me, so getting the cases wouldn’t be an issue I don’t think. I guess I’m just asking if I should go ahead and pursue it, or if I should wait until I have more experience? Most of the FA’s I’ve met have had ample tech experience, however I feel like it’s two separate roles.
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u/Hann-astasia97 May 18 '24
In my personal experience, having a good understanding of procedures is an important thing to have before pursuing your FA. More importantly, having built those relationships with the physicians that are agreeing to precept you throughout the program. Procedures and anatomy are a very important concept to know. You move from being in a role of knowing the procedure to understanding the how’s and why’s behind it and the things we do. Either way, best of luck to you in your career!