Surgical Tech/PRN Pool/On-Call/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky Healthcare seeks a Surgical Technician to support operating room teams across specialties. This role emphasizes sterile technique, instrument handling, and collaboration with surgeons and nurses.

Responsibilities include scrubbing in, passing instruments, preparing supplies, assisting with case counts and room setup, and maintaining a sterile field throughout procedures. On-call duties are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program in surgical technology or equivalent experience.
• Ability to scrub in and assist in the operating room with instrument handling.
• Flexibility to work on-call shifts and adapt to case needs.

Responsibilities

• Pass surgical instruments in the operating room and maintain sterile field.
• Obtain necessary supplies and prepare room and instruments for cases.
• Assist with case counts and ensure all equipment is functioning before use.
• Set up and maintain sterile field until patient exits the room.
• Monitor sterile technique and correct any breaches in protocol.

Skills

Scrub variety of surgical cases

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Graduate from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs ( CAAHEP ) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools ( ABHES ) accredited program of surgical technology; or Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) with at least 10 years in a Surgical Technician/Technologist role; or completion of a Surgical Technologist Certificate program and certified through American Allied Health ( AAH ), National Healthcare Workers Association ( NHWA ), or National Center for Competency Testing ( NCCT ); or certified as a surgical technologist or surgical technologist first assistant by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting ( NBSTSA ); or graduate of a military training program (validated with a DD214 or graduation certificate); or UKHC employee who is already in a Surgical Technician/Technologist role as of 09/17/2016

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

On Call

Job Summary

The primary responsibilities for these positions include: Pass surgical instruments in operating room. Maintain strict sterile field, assist/perform surgical case counts. Obtains necessary supplies/instruments for such cases and checks for completeness and working order. Opens room independently or in conjunction with the circulating nurse (depending on case complexity). Sets up and maintains sterile field until the patient exits the room. Maintains a neat and orderly sterile field during each case. Passes instruments to surgeons, anticipating needs. Monitors for breaks in sterile technique and takes corrective action when identified. Performs counts in accordance with policy.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to scrub a variety of surgical cases

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Graduate of school of surgical technology or one year of directly related Operating Room experience as a surgical technician

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/08/2026

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 (*).

• * Have you or will you graduate from an accredited program of Surgical Technology?
  • Yes
  • No
• * As part of your Surgical Technology education, have you completed a clinical rotation at UK Healthcare Chandler or Good Samaritan Hospitals?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Where did you first see this position advertised?
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  • Employee Referral
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  • Job Fair
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
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  • Other On-line/Media Advertisement
  • A Colleague, Friend, and/or Family member
  • None of the above