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University of Kentucky

Surgical Technologist/On-Call/UKHC

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A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.

$45,852 / year median in Kentucky

+16% projected growth

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Surgical Technologist/On-Call/UKHC University of Kentucky - 4.1 Lexington, KY Job Details $21.00 - $34.29 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Surgery assistance Surgical instrument organization Sterile field situational awareness OR experience No experience needed High school diploma or GED Certified Surgical Technologist LPN 1 year Certified Surgical First Assistant Entry level Surgical Technology Collaboration with surgical teams Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Surgical Technologist/On-Call/UKHC Requisition Number NR15357 Working Title Surgical Tech/On-Call/ Center for Advanced Surgery (CAS) Department Name H3140:

Center for Advanced Surgery Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 09 Salary Range $21.00-34.29/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status On Call Required Education HS and Graduate of school of surgical technology or one year of directly related Operating Room experience as a surgical technician Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Graduate from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) accredited program of surgical technology; or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with at least 10 years in a Surgical Technician/Technologist role; or completion of a Surgical Technologist Certificate program and certified through American Allied Health (AAH), National Healthcare Workers Association (NHWA), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); or certified as a surgical technologist or surgical technologist first assistant by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or graduate of a military training program (validated with a DD214 or graduation certificate); or UKHC employee who is already in a Surgical Technician/Technologist role as of 09/17/2016 Physical Requirements The essential functions for include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, the hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Shift Hours of assignment may be during the days, evenings, or nights, on any day of the week; will also be required to work some weekend, holidays, and on-calls Job Summary The primary responsibilities for these positions include: Pass surgical instruments in operating room. Maintain strict sterile field, assist/perform surgical case counts. Obtains necessary supplies/instruments for such cases and checks for completeness and working order. Opens room independently or in conjunction with the circulating nurse (depending on case complexity). Sets up and maintains sterile field until the patient exits the room. Maintains a neat and orderly sterile field during each case. Passes instruments to surgeons, anticipating needs. Monitors for breaks in sterile technique and takes corrective action when identified. Performs counts in accordance with policy.
Skills / Knowledge
/ Abilities Ability to scrub a variety of surgical cases Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Graduate of school of surgical technology or one year of directly related Operating Room experience as a surgical technician Deadline to Apply 09/07/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.