Central Sterile Educator/UKHC

Central Sterile Educator/UKHC

Job Title - Central Sterile Educator/UKHC

Department Name - 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 - BS

Required Related Experience - 3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification - CNOR Certified Nurse Operating Room;CST Certified Surgical Technologist;CRCST Certified Registered Central Service Technician; orCIC Certified in Infection Control required at time of hire.

Physical Requirements - This position requires sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; regularly lifting and transporting objects up to 25 lbs; and repetitive motion.

Shift - 7a-330p Monday through Friday but may require occasional weekends and nights to cover the educational needs of the department.

Job Summary - The Educator for sterile processing and high-level disinfection is responsible for advancing excellence in education, competency management and standardized practice across sterile processing, high-level disinfection and related perioperative services. The role ensures staff competency, regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and continuous quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Microsoft office (Windows, Excel, PowerPoint), presentation skills, oral and written communication skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - Healthcare, Education, Nursing, Public Health or related field. At least 3 years of related work experience are required for this position.

Deadline to Apply - 10/12/2026

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.