Surgical Technologist - Cole Eye OR

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 38,572 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute is looking for a Surgical Technologist to support surgeons and RNs in the Ophthalmology Surgical Center. You will help prepare sterile fields, pass instruments, maintain supplies and assist with sterilization to ensure high-quality patient care.

This role operates on a day shift with on‑call coverage, with an orientation period of 3 months (7am–3:30pm) and post-orientation hours from 10am–8:30pm.

Qualifications

• Requires CST or TS-C certification if not completed accredited Surgical Technology program
• BLS certification required by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Responsibilities

• Scrub functions and assist in circulating procedures under RN supervision
• Set up sterile table and ensure supplies, drugs and equipment are available
• Assist RN in counting sponges and instruments during surgery
• Gowning/gloving of surgical team and draping of patients
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout procedure
• Participate in intraoperative timeout
• Label and transfer specimens to circulator for disposition

Skills

CST/TS-C certification

BLS certification

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES accredited Surgical Technology Program

Military surgical technology program completion

Job description

About the Role

Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute is among the world’s most advanced eye centers, with experts offering the latest in prevention, diagnostics and treatment options. Come take part in innovating the healthcare industry by becoming a caregiver on our team. Here, you will grow alongside some of the best caregivers and build a lasting, meaningful career.

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.

Schedule and Coverage

This caregiver role is a day shift position with required on‑call coverage.

During the 3‑month orientation period, the schedule is Monday‑Friday, from 7am‑3:30pm.

After orientation, the assigned shift will be from 10am‑8:30pm.

The Main Campus call response time is one hour.

On‑Call Rotation

• Two call shifts per month (weeknight or weekend)
• One to two holidays per year

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

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program accredited through Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
• OR Completion of military surgical technology program to meet the educational requirements of an accredited Surgical Technology Program.
• Certification of either CST or TS‑C required for candidates who have not completed an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• Certified Tech in Surgery (TS‑C) through the National Center for Competency Training (NCCT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.

Preferred Qualifications

• Surgical Tech 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.).