Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)

Cleveland Clinic; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 37,221 - 53,011; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Lorain, Ohio, is seeking a Surgical Technologist. In this role, you will assist surgeons and RNs during operations, maintain sterile conditions, and ensure all necessary supplies are ready. Candidates must have completed an accredited Surgical Technology Program and hold a Basic Life Support certification. The position offers competitive pay at $32.75 per hour. Enjoy a meaningful career contributing to patient care every day.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program or military equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through AHA required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures under RN supervision.
• Set up sterile tables and check supplies.
• Participate in intraoperative timeout.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Sterile technique

BLS certification

Education

Surgical Technology Program

Certification as a Surgical Technologist

Job description

Overview

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient‑first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Surgical Technologists, sometimes called “scrub techs,” assist with procedures under the supervision of surgeons and RNs, helping ensure quality patient care before, during and after the operative procedure. In this role, you will perform a variety of tasks, such as checking supplies and equipment, setting up sterile tables, passing instruments to the surgeon and sterilizing instruments after procedures. This position offers a unique way to gain hands‑on experience in an operative environment while making a lasting difference in the lives of patients and caregivers every day. Ultimately, surgery could not be possible without your support.

Shift Details

A caregiver in this position works 7:00 am — 3:30 pm or 6:30 am — 3:00 pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scrub functions and assist in circulating functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Set up the sterile table and ensure appropriate supplies, drugs and equipment are available.
• Assist RN in counting all sponges, instruments, etc. at appropriate times during surgery.
• Assist in gowning and gloving surgical team members and draping patients.
• Ensure aseptic condition is maintained by the scrubbed surgical team through the procedure.
• Participate in the intraoperative “timeout.”
• Collect, identify and label specimens removed during surgical procedures and give specimens to circulator for disposition.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Surgical Technology Program accredited through CCAAHEP or ABHES OR Certification as a Surgical Technologist (TS-C or CST) OR completion of a military Surgical Technology Program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Surgical Technologist Certification from an accredited Surgical Technology Program.

Physical Requirements

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 25 pounds and ability to push, pull, and navigate supply carts weighing > 75 pounds periodically.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Requires working under stressful conditions of working irregular hours.
• Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.
• Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $32.75
Maximum hourly: $32.75
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).