Let’s Rate the Love!
Surgical Tech Week might have come and gone, but let’s take a moment to reflect—did you feel the love? Or did your facility drop the ball harder than a tech who forgot to double-glove for a total joint case? If you’re like many scrub techs, this is the week you expect a little extra appreciation, maybe a fun badge reel, a personalized mug, or—dare we dream—a mystery box packed with scrub tech essentials. But not every facility delivers. So, let’s rate how much love you got during Surgical Tech Week 2024!
The Bare Minimum: "Did They Even Know It Was Surgical Tech Week?"
First off, if your department didn’t even mention Surgical Tech Week, we’re sorry for your loss. It’s like showing up to your own birthday party, and everyone’s like, “Oh, was that today?” A little recognition goes a long way, people! If you’re sitting there thinking, “Wait, was it Surgical Tech Week?” —we’ve got a problem. Rate it: 1 out of 5 “Where’s the Love?”
The Coffee and Donut Special: "We Appreciate You, Kinda!"
If you got a random box of donuts in the breakroom with a note that said, "We appreciate our scrub techs," hey, that’s something! Sure, it’s not the personalized mug or fun badge reel you were hoping for, but at least they thought of you, right? Just ignore the fact that everyone else in the hospital got donuts, too. It’s the thought that counts…sorta. Rate it: 3 out of 5 “Hey, At Least It’s Sugar!”
Swag Alert: "Oh, We Got You a Badge Reel!"
Now, we’re talking. If your facility gifted you something useful (and slightly stylish), like a cute badge reel or a cute tumbler for those marathon shifts, it shows they actually care. Extra points if they got your name right and didn’t recycle last year’s leftover swag. Rate it: 4 out of 5 “Finally, Something I Can Use!”
All the Bells and Whistles: "You’re Basically Royalty!"
If your workplace really went all out with gifts, recognition, and maybe even a self-care box or mystery box packed with scrub tech goodies (hello, OR essentials!), you’re living the dream. Free lunches, swag bags, and maybe a massage chair for those stressful days—this is what Surgical Tech Week should be all about! Rate it: 5 out of 5 “I’ll Scrub Here Forever!”
So, What Was Your Favorite Thing?
Did you get a cute badge reel? A personalized tumbler with your name on it? Or maybe just a lukewarm “Thanks for all you do”? Whatever it was, we want to hear about it! Drop your best (or worst) Surgical Tech Week gift in the comments below and let’s see how everyone’s facility rated on the love-o-meter.
Wrapping It Up
Surgical Tech Week is our time to shine, but not every facility delivers the appreciation we deserve. Whether you got all the goodies or were left staring at a sad donut, it’s always fun to reflect on how your hard work is recognized. After all, we’re the backbone of the OR! So how did your facility rate? Would you scrub in with them again next year, or are you side-eyeing that travel gig where they actually celebrate you?
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