Clinical Technician - Colorectal Surgery

Cleveland Clinic

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The H51 Colorectal Surgery Unit at Main Campus is one of the few in the world dedicated almost exclusively to this field, pioneering curative surgeries for ulcerative colitis and colon cancer. As a Clinical Technician on this team, you will assist with basic patient care, maintain room cleanliness and demonstrate empathy and compassion in all activities and interactions. In this environment, you will gain extensive hands-on experience as you work alongside some of the best caregivers in the field, helping enhance your nursing skills and preparing you for an exciting career. Ultimately, your efforts play a direct role in our mission to continuously provide the best healthcare experience possible. A caregiver in this position works 7:00am to 7:30pm.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross upon or within new hire period
One year of recent, full-time patient care experience OR nursing student with at least one completed clinical rotation as part of an accredited Nursing School Program OR military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) OR additional education/training (e.g., mental health)

Responsibilities

Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN, such as taking vital signs and weight, assisting patients with personal care, point of care testing, dressing changes, applying external monitoring devices and removing urinary Foley Catheters.
Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to an RN.
Assist with keeping patients’ rooms clean and orderly.