On-Call Surgical Technologist - Center for Advanced Surgery

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY, seeks a Surgical Technologist for on-call work in the Center for Advanced Surgery. Eligibility includes graduation from a CAHAHEP/ABHES-accredited surgical technology program, or an LPN with extensive OR experience, or CST/tech certification.

The role involves scrubbing, passing instruments, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting with counts while supporting the circulating nurse across varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP/ABHES accredited surgical technology program.
• LPN with 10+ years in a Surgical Technician/Technologist role is acceptable.
• Certification as CST or equivalent through NBSTSA or approved body.

Responsibilities

• Pass surgical instruments in operating room.
• Maintain sterile field and assist with case counts.
• Obtain supplies and verify completeness and function of instruments.
• Set up and maintain sterile field until patient exit.
• Support circulating nurse and ensure sterile technique throughout cases.

Skills

Scrub techniques

Instrument handling

Sterile field

Education

High School Diploma

Surgical technology program graduate

Job description

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY, seeks a Surgical Technologist for on-call work in the Center for Advanced Surgery. Eligibility includes graduation from a CAHAHEP/ABHES-accredited surgical technology program, or an LPN with extensive OR experience, or CST/tech certification.

The role involves scrubbing, passing instruments, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting with counts while supporting the circulating nurse across varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.