Surgical Services Support Technician

Cleveland Clinic • Mayfield Heights, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest hospital offers the most effective surgical services, from less invasive techniques to major procedures for critical conditions. Our surgeons, nurses and support caregivers are committed to an exceptional level of excellence. As a Surgical Services Support Technician, you will help create a safe and sterile environment for surgical operations and other procedures. Caregivers in this role will be exposed to the latest technologies such as robotic and colorectal surgeries, liver and pancreatic resections offering a unique opportunity to gain invaluable medical knowledge through hands-on experience. A caregiver in this position works evenings from 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. with on-call requirements

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) OR American Red Cross within new hire period
• One year of customer service experience and working in a team environment
• Requires full range of body motion including ability to lift and/or bear the weight of 100 pounds with assistance, or more while pulling, lifting, pushing and transferring patients to and from various apparatus; regularly pushes moderate to heavy weight of 100 pounds or more.
• Exposure to body fluids.
• Must be available for flexible scheduling according to the needs of the surgical area.
• Floating may be expected per assignment policies within the surgical support department.
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients to designated areas per nursing requests.
• Assist nursing caregivers during surgical cases as requested.
• Maintain and control support services equipment and supplies.
• Maintain the OR in an aesthetically safe and sanitary condition.
• Enter job tasks into electronic computer software systems.
• Assist in prepping and shaving patients for surgery.
• Coordinate and maintain uniform room activities, such as locker assignments and scrubs.
• Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste.
• Comply with special cleaning requests for radioactive waste and infection control surgical cases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED