Radiology Tech Sr/Spec Prcdr/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist to join our Gill Heart Institute. You will scrub and assist during diagnostic and interventional cardiac and EP procedures, monitor hemodynamics, and support the team throughout complex cases.

This staff, full-time position requires licensure and ARRT certification, with a sign-on bonus up to $30,000 and an 18-month commitment. Shifts are four 10-hour weekdays, with weekend/holiday call coverage.

Qualifications

• Kentucky State Radiation Operators License required.
• ARRT Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT RT) certification required.
• BLS at time of hire; ACLS, PALS and CET within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist during diagnostic and interventional Cardiac Cath and EP studies.
• Scrub/assist the physician during procedures and record hemodynamic readings.
• Monitor procedures and ensure call coverage as needed.
• Provide coverage for weekends and holidays with 30-minute callback.

Skills

Cardiac Cath/EP experience

Rad tech background

Education

AS

Tools

ARRT RT Certification

Job description

Working Title Cath Lab Technologist - Sign-on bonus up to $30,000 with an 18-month commitment

Department Name

Department Name H3130:Gill Heart Institute

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 11

Salary Range

Salary Range $35.16-45.70/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

AS

Required License/Registration/Certification

Kentucky State Radiation Operators License + American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered Radiologic Technologist ( ARRT RT ) + Basic Life Support ( BLS ) at time of hire; plus Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ), Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( PALS ) and Certified EKG Technician ( CET ) within 6 months of hire

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to regularly lift, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to and over 50 lbs.; occasionally stand or walk with objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; regularly perform tasks requiring repetitive motions; and occasionally sit at a computer workstation for an extended period of time.

Shift

Four 10-hour weekday shifts per week, 7:00am - 5:30pm. Shift can be scheduled for any weekday.

Call coverage required including weekends and holidays. The call back is 30 minutes.

Job Summary

Cardiac Cath and EP Technologist will demonstrate knowledge of Interventional, Structural, Pediatric, and Electrophysiology procedures. Technologist will scrub/assist the physician during diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac and Peripheral angiographic studies. The technologist is also able to record and monitor procedures and demonstrate understanding of hemodynamic measurements and readings from the valve areas. Technologist will provide adequate call coverage per departmental need.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Cardiac Cath/EP experience preferred but any rad tech experience is acceptable.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/25/2026

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