Part-Time Surgical Technologist – Ophthalmic Surgery (No Nights)

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic’s Park West Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking Surgical Technologists to support ophthalmic surgical care and pain management. The role involves scrub tech duties, sterile technique, and assisting surgeons and RNs in a fast-paced ambulatory setting with a daytime schedule.

The team emphasizes patient-first care, with no nights, weekends, holidays or on-call requirements. Growth and hands-on skill development are highlighted in this hands-on learning environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES.
• Military program completion meets requirements for accreditation.
• CST or TS-C certification required if not completed.
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up sterile table and ensure supplies, drugs, and equipment are ready.
• Assist RN in counting sponges, instruments during surgery.
• Assist in gowning/gloving and draping the surgical team and patients.
• Maintain aseptic conditions throughout the procedure.
• Participate in intraoperative timeouts.
• Collect and label specimens; hand to circulator for disposition.
• Coordinate surgical/clinic schedules and outpatient flow in ambulatory settings.
• Provide information to patients and families; assist with room cases.
• Assist with orientation of new hires; participate in unit committees.
• Support marketing and practice development; coordinate studies for sections.
• Answer patient calls and relay information to providers; post-op calls.
• Scribe for provider in outpatient clinic.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES Surgical Technology Program

Military Surgical Technology Program acceptance

CST or TS-C certification

BLS (AHA or Red Cross)

Job description

Cleveland Clinic’s Park West Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking Surgical Technologists to support ophthalmic surgical care and pain management. The role involves scrub tech duties, sterile technique, and assisting surgeons and RNs in a fast-paced ambulatory setting with a daytime schedule.

The team emphasizes patient-first care, with no nights, weekends, holidays or on-call requirements. Growth and hands-on skill development are highlighted in this hands-on learning environment.