So I’m a patient transporter and my hospital is going to let me shadow for a day… should I watch more surgical videos beforehand to desensitize myself? Or is it going to be surreal either way and not really matter
For context, I’m 27 years old and have always been interested in the medical field but didn’t know what I wanted to do. I am a bit squeamish but hoping I can get past that. Right now I’m working in a trauma one hospital doing patient transport, I like it a lot and have been having a lot of fun. I feel a little insecure because the other transporters are mostly 19- 23 and already in school pursuing something medical. I was never good in school and was too busy partying when I was their age to care about my future so whatever.
I’m pretty set on surgical tech, were any of you kinda squeamish and able to get over it? How old were you when you started the program? How much do you actually touch the patient, like do you do sutures and whatnot? What’s the hardest thing about school and the job? What is the most rewarding part? Any feedback helps!