Central Sterile Tech/On-Call/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to support surgical services with sterilization and tray preparation. The role requires knowledge of universal precautions, sterilization methods, and biological monitoring.

Position details indicate eligibility for a grade 7 at $17.50/hour and $27.31/hour; internal pay progression is possible after certification and 90 days of employment. Certification within 18 months is required for new hires.

Qualifications

• CRCST certification preferred or eligible for hire; certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and process surgical instrument trays.
• Decontaminate used instruments.
• Answer phone calls and respond to OR requests.
• Maintain cleanliness of the department/workstation.

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of this position include a considerable amount of physical work lifting up to 50 pounds; lifting supplies/instruments; intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling or pushing carts, equipment, etc.; ability to bend body downward at the waist and be able to kneel; exposure to sharps, instruments, equipment, x-ray, blood and body fluids, odors, infections, and some hazardous chemicals.

Shift

Job Summary

The Central Sterile Technician must have working knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization methodologies, and regulatory standards for biological monitoring. Responsibilities include but are not limited to assembling and processing surgical instrument trays; decontaminating used instruments; answering phone calls; responding to OR requests; and maintaining cleanliness of the department/workstation. Applicants who possess the CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification are eligible to be hired into a Central Sterile Tech/Certified/ UKHC position, which is a grade 7 ($17.50/hour – $27.31/hour).

Applicants who are not certified at time of hire are eligible to receive a pay increase and be moved into the Certified, grade 7 role once certification has been obtained and 90 days of successful employment have been completed.

All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience. Certification is required for all new hires within 18 months of hire date.

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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

none

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

none

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/27/2026

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.
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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.