York Technical College
Technical Standards For Admission Into The Central Service Certificate Program
Minimum qualifications necessary to perform essential functions of a student in the Central Service Certificate Program.
Physical Requirements: The position of the student has been given a strength rating of MEDIUM WORK by the US Dictionary of Occupational Titles (exerting up to 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-15 pounds of force frequently, and /or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects). Included in the essential functions of this position are the lifting, carrying, and moving of instruments and supplies both manually and by mechanical means. When performing these functions, the strength necessary may exceed the DOT rating. The student may also be exposed tp prolonged standing, frequent bending, reaching, twisting, occasional sitting and exposure to changes in temperature/humidity and exposure to chemical and gas fumes. Both hands are used for power grip, some speed and precision work. Use of both feet is required.
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_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Data Conception: Require the ability to gather, collate or classify information about data, people or objects. Reporting and /or carrying out a prescribed action in relation to the information is frequently involved.
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Color Discrimination: Require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.
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_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Manual Dexterity/Motor Coordination: Require the ability to use body member, tools or special devices to work, move, guide or place objects or materials. Involves some latitude for judgment with regard to precision and selecting appropriate tool, object, or material, although this is readily manifest. Must have good eye/hand/foot coordination.
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_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Interpersonal Communication: Require talking with and /or signaling people to convey or exchange information. May include giving assignments and /or direction to helpers or assistants.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements.
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_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Physical Communication: Require the ability to speak and hear (express self by spoken words and perceive sounds by ear).
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements.
_____ I am not capable of meeting these requirements.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Reasoning Development: Require ability to apply principles of thinking to define and solve problems. Must be able to interpret variety of technical instructions and manuals.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements.
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_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Language Development: Requires ability to read and understand information from technical journals. Requires the ability to communicate the same types of complex information and data through speech and in writing.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements.
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_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Form/Spatial Ability: Require the ability to inspect dimensions of items and to visually read information and data.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements.
_____ I am not capable of meeting these requirements.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Personal Temperament: Require the ability to deal effectively with stress produced by work and interaction situations that may be of critical or emergency situation.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements.
_____ I am not capable of meeting these requirements.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
Physical Exam: Requires the submission of a completed medical examination form before beginning classes.
_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements.
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_____ I am capable of meeting these requirements with the following accommodations.
OSHA CATEGORY: CATEGORY 1 TASKS THAT INVOLVE EXPOSURE TO BLOOD, BODY FLUIDS, OR TISSUES.
CENTRAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE STUDENTS WHO PLAN ON MERGING INTO THE SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM MUST ALSO MEET TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR THAT PROGRAM.
STUDENT SIGNATURE:_________________________________________
DATE:__________________
The Central Service Department is a vital component of any hospital which incorporates sterile supply, decontamination, and sterile processing. Personnel working in this area must be knowledgeable of safe handling, processing, and sterilization (methods and procedures) of all types of materials and equipment. Central Service students learn the basic principals and uses of surgical instruments, sutures, dressings, drains, and the reclamation of used items for reprocessing. Central Service personnel must work closely and harmoniously with surgical and other hospital personnel to provide quality patient care.
The Surgical Technology Department offers the Central Service Certificate program each fall semester.
Each applicant must:
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Provide proof of high school diploma or GED |
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Achieve qualifying scores on the College's placement tests |
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Submit a current physical form as proof of health eligibility to work in the clinical area |
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Provide evidence of current immunizations |
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Provide own transportation to clinical sites |
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Provide uniforms, shoes, and lab coats which are necessary for proper hospital attire |
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Provide proof of personal health insurance as well as current malpractice insurance for clinical practice |
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Must meet technical standards for program admission |