Surgical Technical Assistant Apprenticeship

Practical training as a surgical technical assistant in a modern hospital, with placements in the operating theatre, on the ward, in the surgical outpatient clinic, the emergency department and anaesthesia.

Assist during surgical procedures and support surgeons; perform medical duties outside the operating theatre, including dressing changes, blood sampling and monitoring patients on the ward; prepare and follow up operations under sterile conditions; work closely with surgery, anaesthesia, operating-room assistants and nursing staff; complete practical placements in the operating theatre, on the ward, in the surgical outpatient clinic, the emergency department and anaesthesia.

Abitur, advanced technical college entrance qualification, intermediate secondary school certificate or equivalent completed schooling, or completed vocational training of at least two years; physical fitness and resilience; willingness to learn, teamwork, empathy and composure; commitment to hygiene and order; strong communication skills and accuracy.

Practical training in a modern hospital; broad exposure to surgery and operative assistance; close contact with experienced surgeons and medical professionals; thorough theoretical training in medical and technical subjects; opportunities for development in medicine and surgery; attractive training pay from a cooperation partner; support for further training and career development.