Surgical Technologist

UNC Health Care
$20.94 - $24.08per hour (Minimum to Midpoint )
United States, North Carolina, Kinston
100 Airport Road (Show on map)
Aug 06, 2025
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: The Sterile processing surgical technician provides sterilization and reprocessing of reusable medical instruments and supplies utilized by the Operation Room, and ancillary departments throughout the hospital as well as physicians' offices within the community. Responsibilities: Operating room, ancillary departments, and patients that are being served by providing sterilization of needed instruments and supplies in a timely manner. Other Information Other information: EDUCATION High School graduate. Graduate of approved operating room course for surgical technologist preferred. EXPERIENCE Previous experience preferred but not required. LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION CPR Certification OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Good interpersonal and communication skills, good manual dexterity, ability to work as a team member, ability to accept criticism, willingness to learn and cooperate, displays calm in acute stressful situations. WORK ENVIRONMENT Exposure to BBP requiring the use of personal protective equipment, exposure to other infectious diseases, exposure to radiation, chemicals, airborne pathogens and electrical hazards. May experience stressful work periods. Taking call required. Exposure to hazardous anesthetic agents, subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to engage in the following physical activities on a daily basis: 1. Lengthy periods of standing. 2. Moving stretchers, carts and equipment. 3. Carrying and lifting instrument sets (trays) and various items of equipment. 4. Maintain emotional stability. 5. Assists with positioning of patients. Job Details Legal Employer: Lenoir Health Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care Organization Unit: Sterile Processing Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Salary Range:$20.94 - $24.08per hour (Minimum to Midpoint ) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No