Surgical Technologist -7a-5:30p - vary start

Cleveland Clinic • Akron, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations. We strive for patient-centered care and comfort, and we are committed to serving the community and treating our patients as family. Surgical Technologists, sometimes called “scrub techs”, assist in surgical procedures under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses and ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and maintaining 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, prepare sterile dressing and clean instruments for terminal sterilization. A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00AM – 7:30PM, with on-call requirements. The start time may vary based on the needs of the department.

Requirements

• 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 OR state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

• Surgical Technologist certification from candidates who have completed an accredited Surgical Technology program

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons in the scrub capacity.
• Scrub, gown and glove caregivers.
• Set up tables with instruments and supplies.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon, including instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies.
• Assist in preparing and draping patients and operative areas.
• Understand and maintain aseptic technique.
• Count instruments, sponges and needles with a circulating RN and report correctness and discrepancies.
• Assist in applying dressings and casts.
• Assemble all instruments and equipment for decontamination.
• Assist with maintaining equipment, routine terminal cleaning, housekeeping duties, room inventory and stocking supplies.
• Assist the surgical team as a circulator under the direction of an RN.
• Assist in transporting patients and preoperative preparation.
• Assume call responsibility.
• Transitional team duties: remove trash from OR, wash out trash cans, wash tables and furniture, move tables and furniture, wipe all flat surfaces, spot clean walls, clean floors and clean and stock anesthesia equipment.

Benefits

• Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
• We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees