Surgical Technologist - Neuro/Spine OR - Neuro Expansion

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

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join a world-class team supporting complex neurosurgical procedures. You will maintain a sterile field, pass instruments, and assist the RN and surgeon during operations.

Night shifts with a 13-hour schedule after orientation; orientation is 3 months. Qualifications include a CAACH/ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program or military equivalent, CST or TS-C, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program accredited through CAAHEP/ABHES or completion of a military surgical technology program
• Certification CST or TS-C required for candidates who have not completed an accredited Surgical Technology program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA or Red Cross

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub functions and assist in circulating functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Set up the sterile table and ensure supplies, drugs and equipment are available
• Assist RN in counting all sponges, instruments, etc. during surgery
• Assist in gowning and gloving surgical team members and draping patients
• Maintain aseptic conditions throughout the procedure
• Participate in intraoperative timeouts
• Label and handle specimens as directed

Skills

Surgical scrub functions

Circulating functions

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program

Military surgical technology program

Tools

Instruments handling

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute and become part of one of the world’s most respected healthcare organizations. We are expanding with a new, one-million-square-foot, 15-floor, state-of-the-art facility on Cleveland Clinic Main Campus designed to elevate care for complex neurological conditions — including spine injuries, epileptic seizures, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis and stroke.

This advanced building brings every stage of care under one roof, featuring dedicated spaces for outpatient services, surgery, stepdown, ICU and epilepsy monitoring, as well as additional operating rooms and expanded ambulatory, infusion, imaging, EMG, sleep and rehabilitation services. We are welcoming new caregivers to collaborate within our multidisciplinary teams and contribute to nationally recognized, innovative neurological care. Join us and be part of the next wave of transformative care at Cleveland Clinic.

Surgical Technologists, sometimes called “scrub techs”, assist in surgical procedures under the supervision of surgeons and Registered Nurses. They help to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and maintain a sterile field. Surgical Technologists perform a variety of functions, such as checking supplies and equipment, setting up sterile tables, performing appropriate counts, draping the sterile field, passing instruments to the surgeon and assistant during the procedure, preparing sterile dressing and cleaning instruments for terminal sterilization. This is a great hands-on learning opportunity that will allow you to enhance your skills each and every day.

A caregiver in this role will work nights. Orientation is 3 months working Monday through Friday, from 7:00am to 3:30pm. After orientation, the shift will be 6:00pm to 7:30am (13 hours). There is no required call rotation when working in a night shift position. Overnight shifts are eligible for shift differential, $2.50 per hour, when working the required overnight hours.

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.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• 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 will 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

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.).