Surgical Technologist/UKHC

University of Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY
  • $21.00-34.29 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 hours ago
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 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 09/17/2016
Physical RequirementsMust be able to lift, push, pull 50 to 100 pounds
Shift7-330p
Job SummaryThis title offers a Talent Attraction bonus of $6,000 with an 12-month commitment or $12,000 with a 24-month commitment. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process.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 / AbilitiesAbility to scrub a variety of surgical cases
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/ExperienceGraduate of school of surgical technology or one year of directly related Operating Room experience as a surgical technician

University of Kentucky