Service Line Lead Technologist/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Service Line Lead Surgical Tech at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY ensures all instruments and equipment are ready for orthopedic and neuro spine surgeries. The role prepares rooms, assists in case setup, and collaborates with surgical teams to streamline workflow.

Leading in a high-demand environment, you will train staff, coordinate with Central Sterile Processing and manage vendor communications to maintain optimal operability in the OR.

Qualifications

• AS degree required with 2+ years of surgical technology/central service experience.
• CPR certification preferred or required.
• Physical ability to lift 50-100 pounds daily; stand, walk and sit for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all equipment, materials and instruments are operable and available for the day of surgery.
• Prepare the surgical room for cases and assist in case setup.
• Train providers in proper setup and use of equipment, materials and instrumentation.
• Coordinate with Central Sterile Processing and communicate with vendors for the assigned specialty area.
• Maintain clear communication among interdepartmental staff, physicians and service line team members.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Team Leadership

Education

AS

Tools

Central Sterile Processing

OR Equipment Setup

Job description

Department Name

Department Name H3320:Perioperative Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 11

Salary Range

Salary Range $26.00-45.70/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

AS

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

The essential functions for include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, the hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift

May include day, evenings, night, and/or swing; will also be required to work some weekend, holidays and specialty call as needed.

Job Summary

The Service Line Lead Surgical Tech provides technical support for the Ortho/Neuro Spine teams by ensuring all equipment, materials and instruments are operable and available the day of surgery; prepares the room for the case; trains providers in the proper setup and use of the equipment, materials and instrumentation; works collaboratively with the Central Sterile Processing Department and communicates with all outside vendors for the assigned specialty area; and maintains active communication among interdepartmental staff, Physicians and service line team members. The Service Line Lead Surgical Tech shall be a proficient Surgical Technologist in their specialty area and shall function in the scrub role to facilitate flow of surgical cases when needed. The role will report directly to their service-area aligned Service Line Manager/ UKHC .

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

3 years in Ortho/Neuro spine experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/20/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you currently employed at UK HealthCare Chandler or Good Samaritan Hospitals?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a current CPR certification?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you a graduate of an accredited program of Surgical Technology?
  • Yes
  • No
• Please select the response that best represents your full years paid, full-time, employment experience in central service processing, surgical technology and/or EMI.*If you have part-time work experience that you want to include, please refer to the following to determine your credit of full years of related employment experience:35+ hours worked per week = full credit for time worked28-34 hours worked per week = 75% credit for time worked18-27 hours worked per week = 50% credit for time worked9-17 hours worked per week = 25% credit for time worked< 9 hours worked per week = no credit given for time worked
  • None
  • Some, but less than 1 full year of employment listed above.
  • At least 1 full year but less than 2 years of employment listed above
  • At least 2 full years but less than 3 years of employment listed above
  • At least 3 full years but less than 4 years of employment listed above
  • At least 4 full years but less than 5 years of employment listed above
  • At least 5 full years but less than 6 years of employment listed above
  • At least 6 full years but less than 7 years of employment listed above
  • At least 7 full years but less than 8 years of employment listed above
  • At least 8 full years but less than 9 years of employment listed above
  • At least 9 full years or more of employment listed above.