Surgical Technologist/UKHC

18 hours ago


Lexington, Kentucky, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title:

Surgical Technologist/UKHC

Job Summary:

The Surgical Technologist/UKHC is responsible for assisting in the preparation and maintenance of the operating room environment. This includes setting up and maintaining the sterile field, passing instruments to surgeons, and monitoring for breaks in sterile technique.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Pass surgical instruments in the operating room
  • Maintain strict sterile field
  • Assist/perform surgical case counts
  • Obtain necessary supplies/instruments for cases
  • Check for completeness and working order
  • Open room independently or in conjunction with the circulating nurse
  • Set up and maintain sterile field until the patient exits the room
  • Monitor for breaks in sterile technique and take corrective action
  • Perform counts in accordance with policy
Requirements:
  • 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
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with at least 10 years in a Surgical Technician role
  • Certified as a surgical technologist or certified as a surgical technologist first assistant by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
  • Graduate of a military training program (validated with a DD214 or graduation certificate)
  • UKHC employee who is already in a Surgical Technician role as of 09/17/2016
Physical Requirements:

The essential functions for this position 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.

Work Environment:

This position will work in a fast-paced operating room environment and will be required to work some weekend, holidays, and on-calls.



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