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The Surgical Technologist/UKHC position at University of Kentucky is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

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Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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Job Title	Surgical Technologist/UKHC
Requisition Number	NR12862
Working Title	Surgical Tech/Chandler OR
Department Name	H3320:Perioperative Services
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	09
Salary Range	$21.00-34.29/hour
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	HS
Required Related Experience	No experience required.
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 role, or certified as a surgical technologist or certified as a 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 role as of 09/17/2016
Physical Requirements	The essential functions for surgical technician 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	10 hrs day/evenings/night. Hours of assignment may be during the days, evenings, or nights, on any day of the week; will also be required to work some weekend, holidays, and on-calls
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?	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	10/07/2024
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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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 check and/or drug screen.

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

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