Central Sterile Educator/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Educator for sterile processing and high-level disinfection to advance education, competency management and standardized practice across sterile processing, high-level disinfection and related perioperative services.

The role ensures staff competency, regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and continuous quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards.

Qualifications

• CNOR, CST, CRCST, or CIC certification required at time of hire.
• 3+ years of related work experience preferred.
• Healthcare, Education, Nursing, Public Health or related field background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advance excellence in education, competency management and standardized practice across sterile processing, high-level disinfection and related perioperative services.
• Ensure staff competency, regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and continuous quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards.
• Collaborate with department leadership to align education initiatives with accreditation requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Presentation skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Healthcare/Education/Nursing/Public Health background

Tools

CNOR

CST

CRCST

CIC

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

CNOR – Certified Nurse Operating Room; CST – Certified Surgical Technologist; CRCST – Certified Registered Central Service Technician; or CIC – Certified in Infection Control required at time of hire.

Physical Requirements

This position requires sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; regularly lifting and transporting objects up to 25 lbs; and repetitive motion.

Shift

7a-330p Monday through Friday but may require occasional weekends and nights to cover the educational needs of the department.

Job Summary

The Educator for sterile processing and high-level disinfection is responsible for advancing excellence in education, competency management and standardized practice across sterile processing, high-level disinfection and related perioperative services. The role ensures staff competency, regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and continuous quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft office (Windows, Excel, PowerPoint), presentation skills, oral and written communication skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Healthcare, Education, Nursing, Public Health or related field. At least 3 years of related work experience are required for this position.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/12/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you currently hold or are eligible to obtain a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No