Radiology Tech Assistant/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Radiology Technologist Assistant at the Breast Imaging Center supports technologists in breast imaging exams and helps create a smooth, compassionate patient experience. You will assist with room preparation, supply stocking, and ensuring efficient patient throughput during a Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm schedule.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient movement, transporting specimens, and providing general operational support to maintain high-quality care and patient satisfaction in a

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Healthcare or medical office experience preferred.
• Equivalent of HS diploma with BLS and 2+ years healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiology technologists in breast imaging to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Prepare exam rooms, stock supplies, and support patient throughput and room turnover.
• Transport specimens to the laboratory and coordinate patient movement within the department.
• Provide patient-centered care and promote excellent customer service in daily operations.

Skills

Excel

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Accuracy

Computer literacy

Patient privacy

Healthcare experience

Education

High School diploma

BLS Certification

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Radiology Tech Assistant/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE55747

Working Title

Radiology Tech Assistant

Department Name

M3030:Cancer Clinic Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

05

Salary Range

$17.54-22.60/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

Basic Life Support ( BLS ) Certified within 90 days of hire

Physical Requirements

Requires heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds. Also requires some repetitive motion tasks.

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm.

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist Assistant plays an integral role in supporting the Breast Imaging Center team and enhancing the patient experience throughout their visit. This position assists technologists in the care and preparation of patients undergoing breast imaging exams, helping to ensure a smooth, efficient, and compassionate experience.

Responsibilities include communicating with patients regarding appointment flow and any delays, providing updates to help alleviate anxiety and improve patient satisfaction, and assisting with patient throughput and room turnover to maintain operational efficiency. The assistant will help prepare exam rooms between patients, stock necessary supplies, support workflow activities that allow technologists to focus on direct patient care, and other duties as assigned.

Additional duties include transporting specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner, assisting with coordination of patient movement throughout the department, and providing general support for daily operations within the Breast Imaging Center. The Technologist Assistant serves as a valued member of the care team by promoting excellent customer service, maintaining a patient-centered environment, and contributing to safe, high-quality care for every patient.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Excel, customer service skills, willingness to learn. Attention to detail, accuracy, computer literacy, sensitivity to patient privacy, healthcare or medical office experience.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Equivalent of a High School diploma plus BLS certification (within 90 days of hire) and more than 2 years healthcare or medical office experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

09/15/2026

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