Radiology Limited X-Ray Operator/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Radiology Limited X-ray Operator at University of Kentucky will provide diagnostic imaging to support physicians in delivering timely patient care. You will perform or assist in procedures, maintain safety and accuracy in image identification, and order appropriate exams following department protocols.

You will prioritize patient privacy, demonstrate strong communication, and participate in QA activities while supporting students and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires Board-approved postsecondary LXMO education program and passing Kentucky Limited Scope Exam by date of hire.
• BLS certification through AHA within 90 days of hire; must obtain KY Limited X-Ray Operator license within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic imaging to assist physician in expediting patient care.
• Perform or assist in procedures per department protocols.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and ensure proper image identification and patient labeling.
• Order exams matching the procedures being performed and ensure correct interpretation.
• Assist in QA reviews to uphold professional standards and mentor student technologists.
• Address patient needs with age-specific criteria from neonates to geriatrics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Privacy sensitivity

Healthcare experience

Patient care

Excellent communicator

Education

Board-approved LXMO education program

Tools

None

Job description

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

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.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Attention to detail, accuracy, computer literacy, sensitivity to patient privacy, healthcare or medical office experience, patient care and excellent communicator.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

none

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/05/2026

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.

The 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.

• * This position requires you to currently hold Board-approved postsecondary LXMO education program and pass the Kentucky Limited Scope Exam by date of hire. Will you be able to meet both of these requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
• * 2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required within 90 days of hire. Are you aware of this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No