Nuclear Medicine Tech/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic studies and therapy procedures in a safe, efficient manner under state and federal guidelines. The role requires managing equipment, QA, billing accuracy, and regulatory compliance while ensuring radiation safety and patient care.

Starting pay has been adjusted, with a minimum hourly rate of 35.34 USD. Flexible day shift Monday–Friday 6:30 am–5:00 pm, plus rotational on-call.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a nuclear medicine program with training in Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT preferred.
• Temporary license required at time of hire, with registry obtained within 1 year if not already.
• KY State Radiation License at time of hire; Basic Life Support via AHA within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic studies and interventional procedures following safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Manage patient throughput, QA, inventory, equipment evaluation and calibration, billing accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Follow unit policies for radiation safety, patient safety, and radiopharmaceutical administration.
• Maintain documentation and ensure accurate imaging quality and procedure execution.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Verbal/written communication

Proactive approach

Education

Nuclear Medicine program degree

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Temporary license required at time of hire, with official Nuclear Medicine registry obtained within 1 year of hire if not already completed; KY State Radiation License at time of hire; Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

This position requires sitting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods of time. Lifting and positioning patients may also be required.

Shift

Flexible day shift Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30 am - 5:00 pm. Rotational on-call is required

Job Summary

This position’s primary focus is to complete a Nuclear Medicine procedure/therapy in a safe, efficient manner according to departmental, hospital, state, and federal guidelines.
An experienced Nuclear Technologist is necessary to manage patient throughput, quality control, inventory, equipment evaluation and calibration, billing accuracy and regulatory compliance. This position will be responsible for executing diagnostic studies and interventional procedures by following unit policies/procedures for radiation safety, patient safety, radiopharmaceutical administration, QA, and imaging.
New Starting Pay Rate - The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted based on current demand for this role. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $35.34/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have effective communication, strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, customer service excellence, a willingness to learn new skills, and technological proficiency. Key strengths include problem-solving, teamwork and collaboration, customer service, clear verbal and written communication, and a proactive approach.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Degree from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program with training in Nuclear Medicine and PET /CT preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/02/2026

Our University Community

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