Central Sterile Tech/UKHC

2 weeks ago


Lexington, Kentucky, United States University of Kentucky Full time
Job Title
Central Sterile Tech/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE45459

Working Title

CST
Department Name

H3140:
Center for Advanced Surgery

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
06

Salary Range
$ /hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

HS

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Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements


This position requires regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time.

Also involves risk of injuries from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste; radiation; burns; cuts/punctures; blood-borne or airborne pathogens; and recombinant DNA or viral vectors.

Shift

Primarily Monday through Friday, 11:00am-7:30pm; some on-call and holiday shifts may be required.

Job Summary


UK Healthcare is seeking a Central Sterile Tech to operate as one of the most important team members in a hospital's arsenal – assisting our front-line workers during complex cases as well as those with high levels of acuity.


Our Central Sterile Techs are directly responsible for assembling and processing surgical instrument trays as well as decontaminating used instruments that assist in eliminating infections and maintaining supplies.

The selected candidate will also be essential in answering unit phone calls, responding to OR requests, and maintaining cleanliness of the department/workstation.


Qualified candidates will have a good working knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization methodologies, and regulatory standards for biological monitoring.


Applicants who possess the CR
CST (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


The ideal candidate will have basic knowledge of aseptic techniques following universal standard precautions; and knowledge of operating room instrumentation, processing technique, and equipment care.

This person must adhere to UK Healthcare policies and must be able to read and follow manufacturer guidelines.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Central sterile experience preferred; current CR
CST certification highly preferred.

Deadline to Apply
06/17/2024

University Community of Inclusion


The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 background check and/or drug screen.

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