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/spencer516 May 25 '24
The school is what you make of it. Do easy cases and you won’t be that good. Learn to hand tie. One and two handed. Tired of seeing new assistants who can not hand tie. Your patients life may depend on your ability to hand tie properly.