Title: Demonstrate leadership qualities.
Course: Surgical Technologist II (14056--II) > Section: Developing Employability Skills

Demonstration of leadership qualities should include

- practicing effective communication
- taking initiative
- showing independence
- modeling professional behavior
- using problem-solving skills
- using conflict-resolution skills
- anticipating team needs.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How is it possible to demonstrate initiative and independence while still being an effective team player?
- Why do surgical technologists need to develop strong problem-solving skills? What types of problems may be encountered in the preoperative process? Intraoperative process? Postoperative process?
- When might a surgical technologist need to resolve conflicts on the job? What skills are important in conflict resolution?
- How can a surgical technology student improve his or her leadership skills? How can continuous improvement of personal leadership skills benefit a practicing surgical technologist?