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Job Title
Radiology CT Tech/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE53816
Working Title
CT Tech-Chandler-WEPP
Department Name
H3181: CT Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
10
Salary Range
$29.95-39.10/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
0 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Kentucky State Radiation Operators License at time of hire, Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire, Computed Tomography (CT) certification within one year of hire date
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
Friday and Saturday night or Saturday and Sunday night 6:30p-7a. Holiday’s and call are required.
Job Summary
The Radiology Technologist (WEPP) 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 $29.95/hour. All pay rates will be based on the candidate’s experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
This position requires excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, problem solving skills and good keyboarding skills. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to multi-task and work as part of a team.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate’s degree plus one or more years CT experience preferred.
Deadline To Apply
04/14/2026
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.
Radiology CT Tech/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE53816
Working Title
CT Tech-Chandler-WEPP
Department Name
H3181: CT Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
10
Salary Range
$29.95-39.10/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
0 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Kentucky State Radiation Operators License at time of hire, Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire, Computed Tomography (CT) certification within one year of hire date
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
Friday and Saturday night or Saturday and Sunday night 6:30p-7a. Holiday’s and call are required.
Job Summary
The Radiology Technologist (WEPP) 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 $29.95/hour. All pay rates will be based on the candidate’s experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
This position requires excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, problem solving skills and good keyboarding skills. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to multi-task and work as part of a team.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate’s degree plus one or more years CT experience preferred.
Deadline To Apply
04/14/2026
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.
Salary : $30 - $39