Surgical Technologist/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on April 24, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Surgical Technologist/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12545
Working Title
Surgical Technician/ 7A /OB-Maternal Care Services
Department Name
H3061:KCH-MATERNAL
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 condition of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, the hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. This job may require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling which is considered “heavy work” (i.e. exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, and 25-50 pounds of force frequently); as well as standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of time
Shift
Must work three, 12-hour shifts per week, from 7am until 7:30pm with some weekend and holiday requirements.
Job Summary
Responsibilities include: constant readiness to scrub for procedures; ensure that all supplies and equipment are available; communicates with L&D team leader and OB charge; attends all pre-surgical huddles; set up and breakdown of delivery tables; scrub in for OB related procedures; assist with vaginal deliveries; set up infant warmers and patient emergency equipment and supplies; may be required to answer patient call lights, assist in triage, and perform nursing care tech duties such as taking vital signs.
Responsibilities include: desk duties, which include chart maintenance, answer patient call lights, answer phones and assist visitors' needs, keep medical forms stocked, entering orders in hospital computer system. Keep desk and chart area clean, assist triage area which includes checking machines and equipment; cleaning beds; transfer patients and check patients in. In the labor and delivery room responsibilities include: setting up delivery tables; infant warmer; patient emergency equipment and supplies; assist with vaginal, C-section deliveries and recovery; patient care duties including taking vital signs, Inputs and outputs, and will also function as scrub tech in labor and delivery room.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
none
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
none
Deadline to Apply
04/30/2024
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Surgical Technologist/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12545
Working Title
Surgical Technician/ 7A /OB-Maternal Care Services
Department Name
H3061:KCH-MATERNAL
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 condition of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, the hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. This job may require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling which is considered “heavy work” (i.e. exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, and 25-50 pounds of force frequently); as well as standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of time
Shift
Must work three, 12-hour shifts per week, from 7am until 7:30pm with some weekend and holiday requirements.
Job Summary
Responsibilities include: constant readiness to scrub for procedures; ensure that all supplies and equipment are available; communicates with L&D team leader and OB charge; attends all pre-surgical huddles; set up and breakdown of delivery tables; scrub in for OB related procedures; assist with vaginal deliveries; set up infant warmers and patient emergency equipment and supplies; may be required to answer patient call lights, assist in triage, and perform nursing care tech duties such as taking vital signs.
Responsibilities include: desk duties, which include chart maintenance, answer patient call lights, answer phones and assist visitors' needs, keep medical forms stocked, entering orders in hospital computer system. Keep desk and chart area clean, assist triage area which includes checking machines and equipment; cleaning beds; transfer patients and check patients in. In the labor and delivery room responsibilities include: setting up delivery tables; infant warmer; patient emergency equipment and supplies; assist with vaginal, C-section deliveries and recovery; patient care duties including taking vital signs, Inputs and outputs, and will also function as scrub tech in labor and delivery room.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
none
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
none
Deadline to Apply
04/30/2024
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * 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
- * Please indicate the number of years of paid work experience you have as a surgical technologist.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * Where did you first see this position advertised?
- UK Jobs Website
- Employee Referral
- Print Advertisement
- On-line Advertisement
- Military Connection Advertisement
- Job Fair
- "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website
- HospitalCareers.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- None of the Above
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
