Surgical Technician/UKHC

University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleSurgical Technician/UKHCRequisition NumberNR14361Working TitleSurgical Tech/ OB Maternal Care ServicesDepartment NameH3060:Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric SvcsWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level09Salary Range$26.46-34.29/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHSRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationGraduate 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 role, or certified as a surgical technologist or certified as a 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 role as of 09/17/2016Physical RequirementsThe condition of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, the hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. This job may require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling which is considered “heavy work” (i.e. exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, and 25-50 pounds of force frequently); as well as standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of timeShiftMust work three, 12-hour shifts, 7am-7:30pm with some weekend and holiday shiftsJob SummaryResponsibilities include: desk duties, which include chart maintenance, answer patient call lights, answer phones and assist visitors’ needs, keep medical forms stocked, entering orders in hospital computer system. Keep desk and chart area clean, assist triage area which includes checking machines and equipment; cleaning beds; transfer patients and check patients in. In the labor and delivery room responsibilities include: setting up delivery tables; infant warmer; patient emergency equipment and supplies; assist with vaginal, C-section deliveries and recovery; patient care duties including taking vital signs, Inputs and outputs, and will also function as scrub tech in labor and delivery room.Skills / Knowledge / Abilitiesmust be able to scrub for and assist with a variety of surgical casesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply11/30/2025Our University CommunityWe 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.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).1. * Are you a graduate of an accredited program of Surgical Technology? - Yes- No4. * Please indicate the number of years of paid work experience you have as a surgical technologist. - None- More than 0, up through 1 year- More than 1 year, up through 3 years- More than 3 years, up through 5 years- More than 5 years10. * Are you currently certified or eligible to be certified as a surgical technologist in the state of Kentucky? - Yes- No13. * Where did you first see this position advertised? - AONE (American Organization of Nurse Executives)- UK Jobs Website- Employee Referral- Print Advertisement- On-line Advertisement- Military Connection Advertisement- Job Fair- I'm Interested page on Nurse Recruitment website- Facebook- - - (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) - (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)- - - - - Institute for Diversity in Health Management- None of the AboveApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsOptional Documents1. Resume2. Cover Letter Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilitiesApply Here:

Created: 2025-11-13