Autotransfusion Technician - Neuro Expansion

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.

As an Autotransfusion Technician, you’ll be an integral part of a collaborative perioperative team dedicated to supporting safe, high-quality patient care. You’ll operate blood recovery equipment and perform blood recovery procedures while collecting quality control assays and maintaining accurate, organized documentation. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with physicians, nurses, ancillary teams, and fellow caregivers in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and clear communication are valued.

Our team is committed to supporting one another and sharing knowledge. You’ll use your critical-thinking skills to recognize and resolve equipment or procedural concerns with minimal supervision, communicate information clearly and professionally, and assist with training team members. If you enjoy working collaboratively, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact behind the scenes of patient care, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive and engaged team.

A caregiver in this position works weekends, Saturday and Sunday, 7am-5:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Collect and document quality control assays.

• Maintain accurate and orderly documentation of procedures performed.

• Recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action with minimal supervision.

• Communicate information clearly and professionally to physicians, ancillary personnel and colleagues.

• Assist in training.

• Participate in maintaining and stocking an adequate inventory of supplies for the work area.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Follow OSHA required procedures for blood handling.

• Enhance education through in-services, seminars and certification processes.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate’s degree.

• One year of related technical experience. An additional two years of progressively responsible related experience may substitute the degree requirement.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Cell salvage experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual acuity.
• The ability to distinguish colors.
• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment. May be required to stand for long periods of time.
• Light lifting may be required.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, radioactive materials, etc.
• Ability to function at a high degree of effectiveness under stressful situations and with all levels of the organization.
• Some on-call coverage is required.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $19.25

Maximum hourly: $29.30

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.).