Radiology Limited X-Ray Operator/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Radiology Limited X-ray Operator position at KY Clinic, University of Kentucky, Lexington, is a full-time staff role on day shift.

You will provide diagnostic imaging, perform or assist in procedures per department protocols, and ensure accurate image identification and safety in a patient-centered environment.

Applicants must hold a KY State Limited X-Ray license or temporary license, BLS within 90 days, and be able to obtain licensure within one year; HS is required.

Qualifications

• HS required.
• KY State Limited X-Ray Machine Operator License or KY State Temporary Limited X-Ray Machine Operator License; Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain KY State Limited X-Ray Machine Operator License within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist in radiology procedures per department protocols.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and ensure proper image identification and labeling.
• Assist in QA reviews and support student technologists as needed.

Education

HS

Job description

Working Title Radiology Limited X-Ray Operator, KY Clinic

Department Name

Department Name H3183: Routine Procedures

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 08

Salary Range

Salary Range $19.00-30.09/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

HS

Required License/Registration/Certification

KY State Limited X-Ray Machine Operator License or KY State Temporary Limited X-Ray Machine Operator License; Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire. Must obtain KY State Limited X-Ray Machine Operator License within one year of hire

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

Day Shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Job Summary

The Radiology Limited X-ray Operator will provide diagnostic imaging for patients to assist the patient’s physician in expediting needed care. Job duties include performing or assisting in procedures per department protocols; maintaining a clean and safe work environment; utilizing proper procedures for identifying images, patients and marking images correctly for interpretation; and ordering exams that match the procedures being performed. Customer service is essential, and this position will address patient needs with age-specific criteria, from neonates to geriatrics. This position will also assist in a QA review to maintain professional standards for themselves and student technologists that they are called upon to assist.
This position is located at KY Clinic, with occasional coverage at Turfland.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

None

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

None

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/03/2026

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