Cleveland Clinic-posted 12 months ago
Entry Level
Weston, FL
Ambulatory Health Care Services

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic's Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Endoscopy department offers upper gastrointestinal endoscopy for esophageal, stomach and duodenal disorders, wireless capsule endoscopy and balloon-assisted enteroscopy for intestinal disorders, colonoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for colonic disease, and ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound for pancreatic and biliary disorders. This is a highly experienced team of caregivers that collaborate on various endoscopy procedures to achieve excellent medical outcomes for patients. A caregiver in this position works Variable, from 10:00am-6:30pm.

  • Identify professionally the surgical patient by checking ID Band, ask the Patient to state name before transport.
  • Report immediately any significant changes in patient condition.
  • Provide safe patient transfer with side rails in up position.
  • Assure patient is warm and provides safe environment upon entry to OR Department.
  • Provide nursing staff with patient charts and assist in OR record preparation.
  • Maintain active communication with Surgical Control Desk regarding any encountered patient delays.
  • Assist in lifting, moving, and positioning of the surgical patient while following correct body mechanics protocols.
  • Assist the RN during surgical positioning, modes of anesthesia and surgical site prep.
  • Perform daily cleaning duties following policy and procedure, universal precautions.
  • Maintain strong hand washing technique between patient contacts and room cleaning.
  • Assist in terminal cleaning protocol of OR suites when directed.
  • Assure surgical equipment is moved to proper location after cleaning and surgical bed is replaced to LOCKED position.
  • Decontaminate equipment, stretchers and beds after use and prepare post-op beds and stretchers to maintain sufficient inventory of cleaning supplies, masks, and scrub supplies for all designated areas with Department.
  • Restock irrigation and blankets daily to appropriate locations.
  • Validate environmental supply inventory for needed rotation to verify any expired product line.
  • Validate specimens in logbook prior to transport to pathology. Initials book with time.
  • Monitor and record temperature of OR suites/warming cabinets according to policy and procedure.
  • Assure that all biohazard material is handled and disposed of properly utilizing universal precautions.
  • High School Graduate or equivalent.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
  • Strong follow-through and understanding of the principle of universal precautions.
  • Can resolve conflicts and assure fair workload among team members.
  • Display collaborative attitude with department director, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team, ability to ensure operational efficiency; problem solving interactions and exercise self-control.
  • Need minimal sustained direction in assessing workload, defining priorities, and carrying out departmental responsibilities, self-starter, and self-motivating.
  • One year of experience in an acute care hospital setting.
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
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