Surgical Technologist – Cole Eye OR

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

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus Ophthalmology Surgical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgeons and RNs in a high-volume eye surgery environment. You will prepare sterile fields, maintain supplies, pass instruments, and assist with sterilization per procedures. The role involves days plus on-call shifts from 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

or 10:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. after orientation, with on-site within 1 hour for on-call.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Surgical Technology program accredited by CAAHEP/ABHES or CST/TS-C certification, or military program completion, or LPN license.
• BLS certification required by AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub functions and assist circulating nurse under RN supervision.
• Set up sterile table, ensure supplies, drugs and equipment are available.
• Assist RN in counting sponges and instruments during surgery.
• Assist with gowning/gloving and draping of surgical team; maintain aseptic conditions.
• Participate in intraoperative timeout and specimen handling.
• Coordinate outpatient clinic flow and assist with scheduling, when in ambulatory settings.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Surgical Technology program accredited by CAAHEP/ABHES

Surgical Technologist certification (CST/TS-C)

Military Surgical Technology Program

LPN license

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Surgical Technologists play a vital role in supporting surgeons and RNs throughout operative procedures, helping ensure high-quality patient care before, during, and after surgery. In this position within the Ophthalmology Surgical Center, responsibilities include preparing and maintaining sterile fields, checking supplies and equipment, passing instruments, and supporting proper sterilization processes following procedures.

This role supports a variety of eye surgeries and procedures in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. It offers a hands-on opportunity to gain valuable experience in the operating room while contributing to positive outcomes for patients and caregivers. You’ll be part of a growing workspace with Cole Eye at Main, working alongside a collaborative team with a strong, supportive culture.

A caregiver in this position works days + on-call requirements from 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. or 10:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. after orientation. For on-call requirements, you must be on site within 1 hour. Orientation is 3 months Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• 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.
• Assists 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 gives specimens to circulator for disposition.
• If in an Ambulatory setting the following duties may be assigned:
• Coordinates surgical and clinical schedules.
• Assists with outpatient clinic flow.
• Provides information to patient and family.
• Assists with coordinating outpatient procedure room cases and supplies.
• Assists with marketing and practice development and orientation of new hires.
• Coordinates studies for section.
• Answers patient phone calls, gathers information and relays to provider.
• Performs post-op phone to patient based on provider instruction and relays information to provider.
• Scribes for provider in outpatient clinic.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program accredited through Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CCAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) OR Certification as a Surgical Technologist (TS-C or CST) OR completion of a military Surgical Technology Program OR state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Surgical Technologist Certification from an accredited Surgical Technology Program
• Scrubbing experience

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 > than 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: $28.50

Maximum hourly: $39.00

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.).