Radiology Technologist/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Kentucky; On-site; USD 75,848,000 - 98,266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $30,000

Full-time position

Job summary

The Radiology Technologist will provide diagnostic imaging at UK HealthCare in Lexington to assist the patient’s physician and expedite care. Duties include performing or assisting in procedures, maintaining safety, and ensuring correct image identification and labeling.

Specialist responsibilities include QA participation and support for student technologists. Minimum qualifications include ARRT eligibility and state license; on-call is required, with a sign-on bonus available for qualified

Qualifications

• AS required.
• No experience required.
• KY Radiation Operator’s License at time of hire; BLS within 90 days; ARRT eligibility at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic imaging to assist physicians.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and identify images, patients correctly.
• Support QA reviews and assist student technologists as needed.
• Monday–Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm; participate in on-call as required.

Education

AS

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Radiology Technologist/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE54043

Working Title

Radiology Technologist - KY Clinic- M-F, 8:00 - 4:30, Up to $30,000 Sign on Bonus

Department Name

H3183: Routine Procedures

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

09

Salary Range

$26.47-34.29/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

AS

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

KY Radiation Operator’s License at time of hire; Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire; Eligible for American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ( ARRT ) at time 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

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist 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. Call is required for this position, and the incumbent must meet the callback standards established for General Radiology. This position will also assist in a QA review to maintain professional standards for themselves and student technologists whom they are called upon to assist.

The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $26.47/hour. All pay rates will be based on the candidate’s experience.

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus: $15,000 for new graduates (less than one year of experience) and $30,000 for candidates with one or more years of experience, contingent upon a 24-month employment commitment. Further details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

none

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

none

Deadline to Apply

09/07/2026

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.