Central Sterile Tech/On-Call/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; United States; Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Central Sterile Technician at UKHC in Lexington, KY, works on an on-call basis within the Perioperative Services team. Responsibilities include assembling and processing surgical instrument trays, decontaminating used instruments, and supporting OR requests while maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years related experience; CRCST certification is preferred, with paid progression to certified status after 90 days and when

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions
• Knowledge of sterilization methodologies
• Understanding of regulatory standards for biological monitoring
• CRCST certification is preferred; certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire

Aufgaben

• Assemble and process surgical instrument trays
• Decontaminate used instruments
• Answer department phone calls and respond to OR requests
• Maintain cleanliness of the department/workstation
• Certification required for all new hires within 18 months of hire date

Ausbildung

High School Diploma

Jobbeschreibung

Posting Details

• Job Title: Central Sterile Tech/On-Call/UKHC
• Requisition Number: NR15173
• Working Title: CST/On-Call
• Department Name: H3320:Perioperative Services
• Work Location: Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 06
• Salary Range: $16.20-24.82/hour
• Type of Position: Staff
• Position Time Status: On Call
• Required Education: HS
• Required Related Experience: 2 yrs
• 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: on call
• 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.
• Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: none
• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
• Preferred Education/Experience: none
• Deadline to Apply: 11/03/2026
• 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.