Radiology CT Tech/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The CT Technologist at University of Kentucky HealthCare will perform CT imaging on the Good Samaritan campus, supporting timely, accurate diagnostics. You will follow department protocols, protect patient privacy, and uphold safety and service standards while delivering high-quality CT studies.

This is a full-time staff position on a three-shift schedule with occasional weekend coverage; ARRT CT certification within one year and Kentucky licensure are required, with BLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• AA degree is required.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist CT certification and Kentucky license required at hire.
• CT certification within one year of hire date.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide CT imaging for patients per department protocols.
• Assist in QA reviews and maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Ensure patient identification and safety procedures during imaging.
• Maintain efficiency and high-quality imaging to support expeditious care.

Skills

Patient care

CT knowledge

Education

AA

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Radiology CT Tech/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE54317

Working Title

CT Technologist - Good Samaritan

Department Name

H6250:Imaging Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

10

Salary Range

$30.87-39.10/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

AA

Required Related Experience

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ( ARRT ) and Kentucky State Radiation Operators License at time of hire, Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire, Computed Tomography (CT) certification within one year of hire date

Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; working in confined spaces; occasionally sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing). Also involves some risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, blood‑borne or airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA or viral vectors, and combative/violent people.

Shift

Thursday/Friday 7a-730p, every other weekend 630a-7p (equates to 3 12’s, 0.9 FTE )

Job Summary

This job is located at the Good Samaritan Campus. The CT Technologist provides CT imaging for patients that assists the patient’s physician in expediting needed care. Quality, efficiency, and service excellence are all essential parts of this position. Duties include: performing diagnostic and interventional procedures per department protocols, providing feedback on image for improvement as needed, addressing customer needs appropriately according to age specific, service specific and disease specific criteria, and utilizing proper procedure for identifying patients. Maintaining patient efficiency by spending the most appropriate amount of time for each task and interaction will be an essential job function and adhering to the UK HealthCare Values during interactions with patients, coworkers, and physicians, as well as all external and internal customers will also be essential. Maintaining privacy and confidentiality is required. This position will also assist in a QA review to maintain professional standards for themselves and any technologists that they are called upon to assist. Maintaining patient efficiency by spending the most appropriate amount of time for each task and interaction will be an essential job function. Maintaining privacy and confidentiality is required.

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 $29.95/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Excellent patient care skills and technical/CT knowledge

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

At least one year of CT experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

10/20/2026

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. 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.