Radiology Limited X-Ray Operator/UKHC

UK HealthCare; United States; In loco; USD 26.000 - 41.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a Radiology Limited X-Ray Operator for the KY Clinic. The role requires handling diagnostic imaging per department protocols and supporting patient care across age groups from neonates to geriatrics.

The position is full-time, day shift, with a required state license and BLS within 90 days of hire. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a busy radiology setting.

Competenze

• HS required
• KY State Limited X-Ray Operator License or KY State Temporary Limited X-Ray Operator License
• Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire; must obtain KY license within one year of hire

Mansioni

• Provide diagnostic imaging to assist physicians in expediting needed care.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and apply correct patient/image identification procedures.
• Assist in QA reviews and support student technologists as needed

Formazione

HS

Descrizione del lavoro

Posting Details

Job Title Radiology Limited X-Ray Operator/UKHC

Requisition Number RE56283

Working Title Radiology Limited X-Ray Operator, KY Clinic

Department Name H3183: Routine Procedures

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 08

Salary Range $19.00-30.09/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience No experience required.

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? No

Preferred Education/Experience None

Deadline to Apply 11/03/2026

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.

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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.