Sonographer Radiology/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Radiology Sonographer will work in the Imaging Services Department of Good Samaritan Hospital, providing high quality patient care and efficient service. The role requires ARDMS certification and compliance with licensing and accreditation standards, with flexibility to cover weekends and holidays as needed.

Ideal candidates have extensive customer service experience and knowledge of PACS and RIS, with familiarity in ultrasound physics, anatomy, physiology, and pathology to support

Qualifications

• Registered Sonographer – RDMS and/or RT required at time of hire; BLS via AHA within 90 days of hire.
• Recent clinical ultrasound experience (within past 12 months) and/or completion of Sonography program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality and efficient customer service to patients in Imaging Services.
• Treat all customers with respect and in a courteous, professional manner, maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Promote a positive work environment and provide communication regarding all aspects of care (e.g., explanations of exam or delay in service).
• Acquire or maintain ARDMS certification to ensure compliance with ACR accreditation and maintain required licensing with continuing education.
• Flex shifts as requested to meet department needs, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies.

Skills

Customer service

Calm communication

PACS

RIS

Ultrasound Physics

Anatomy

Physiology

Pathology

Education

Recent clinical ultrasound experience

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Sonographer – RDMS and/or RT at time of hire, Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting at computer workstation for extended periods, repetitive motion, lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up over 50bs.

Shift

The shift could vary. This position requires working some weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Call is required for this position.

Job Summary

The Radiology Sonographer will work in the Imaging Services Department of Good Samaritan Hospital providing high quality and efficient customer service to patients in this department. Job duties include: treat all customers (patients, faculty, staff, etc.) with respect and in a courteous, professional manner, maintain privacy and confidentiality, promote a positive work environment, provide communication regarding all aspects of care, such as explanations of exam or delay in service. This position is also required to acquire or maintain ARDMS certification to ensure compliance with our ACR accreditation, and to maintain required licensing with continuing education and comply with all departmental, state, and federal regulations. This position requires working weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Flex as requested to meet overall operational needs of the department, regardless of shift or assignment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have extensive customer service experience and be able to communicate in a calm and helpful manner during stressful and/or crisis situations. PACS , RIS , Ultrasound Physics, Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology are also desired.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Recent clinical ultrasound experience (within past 12 months) and/or completion of Sonography program preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/04/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a registered sonographer through ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists), ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography), or eligible to obtain this certification by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No