Operating Room Technician Jobs in Kentucky
Operating Room Technician jobs in Kentucky are open across Lexington, Louisville, and Pikeville and other Kentucky metros, with employers like Baptist Health System KY & IN, Norton Healthcare, and PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse-OR
Full Time I First Shift (5x8’s)
Operating Room I Lexington, KY
$15,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Individuals
Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department.
Description Registered Nurse-OR:
- Assessment of patients’ needs.
- Development of patient care plan/s.
- Provision of direct care.
- Management of patient care delivery.
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
- Support for quality care.
- Customer relations and healing environment.
- On call requirement weekends/holidays picked by rotation.
- Operating Room Nurses provide care and support to patients before, during and after surgery.
- Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity.
- Must possess ability to supervise and delegate appropriate work to Patient Care Techs, Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Secretaries, and Students.
Requirements Registered Nurse-OR:
- Current RN licensure and work permit in Kentucky.
- Bachelor's or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.
- Applicants with an associate degree in nursing and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
- ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
Work Experience
Education
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse-OR
Full Time I First Shift (5x8’s)
Operating Room I Lexington, KY
$15,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Individuals
Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department.
Description Registered Nurse-OR:
- Assessment of patients’ needs.
- Development of patient care plan/s.
- Provision of direct care.
- Management of patient care delivery.
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
- Support for quality care.
- Customer relations and healing environment.
- On call requirement weekends/holidays picked by rotation.
- Operating Room Nurses provide care and support to patients before, during and after surgery.
- Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity.
- Must possess ability to supervise and delegate appropriate work to Patient Care Techs, Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Secretaries, and Students.
Requirements Registered Nurse-OR:
- Current RN licensure and work permit in Kentucky.
- Bachelor's or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.
- Applicants with an associate degree in nursing and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
- ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
Work Experience
Education
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Operating Room Technician Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Baptist Health System KY & IN3
- Norton Healthcare1
- PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operating room technician jobs across Kentucky.
- Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or equivalent military training
- Active Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential or eligibility to sit for the exam
- Minimum one to two years of scrub experience across general or specialty surgical cases
- Proficiency in sterile field maintenance, surgical counts, and instrument passing
- Familiarity with robotic-assisted surgery platforms such as the da Vinci system
- BLS certification and compliance with facility-specific health and immunization requirements
Operating Room Technician Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many operating room technician jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 5+ operating room technician openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Lexington, Louisville, and Pikeville. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
How much do operating room technicians make in Kentucky?
Operating room technicians in Kentucky earn a median of about $60,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $41,440 for the lowest 10% to over $79,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Kentucky cities have the most operating room technician jobs?
Lexington, Louisville, and Pikeville have the most operating room technician openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire operating room technicians in Kentucky?
Employers hiring operating room technicians in Kentucky include Baptist Health System KY & IN, Norton Healthcare, and PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote operating room technician jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 0% of operating room technician openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for operating room technician jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to operating room technician jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
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