Inside Higher Ed
Job Title
Radiology CT Tech/UKHC
Requisition Number RE51560
Department Name H6250: Imaging Services
Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 10
Salary Range $29.95 – $39.10 per hour
Position Type Staff, Full‑Time
Required Education AA (Associate’s Degree)
Required Experience 0 years related experience
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, or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; performing tasks with repetitive motions; intermittently standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods; and occasionally working at heights above four feet and/or in confined spaces. It also involves the regular to occasional risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment or materials; exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, blood‑borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.
Shift Thursday / Friday: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm; every other weekend 6:30 am – 7:00 pm (Holiday and call required; shift can change based on departmental needs)
Job Summary The CT Technologist provides CT imaging for patients that assists the patient’s physician in expediting needed care. Quality, efficiency, and service excellence are essential parts of this position. Duties include performing diagnostic and interventional procedures per department protocols, providing feedback on image for improvement as needed, addressing customer needs appropriately according to age‑specific, service‑specific and disease‑specific criteria, and utilizing proper procedure for identifying patients. This position will also assist in a QA review to maintain professional standards for themselves and any technologists they are called upon to assist. Maintaining patient efficiency by spending the most appropriate amount of time for each task and interaction is an essential job function and adhering to the UK HealthCare Values during interactions with patients, coworkers, and physicians, as well as all external and internal customers. Maintaining privacy and confidentiality is required.
Starting Pay The minimum hourly rate for this position is now $29.95 per hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Excellent patient care skills and technical/CT knowledge
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Preferred Education / Experience At least one year of CT experience preferred.
Application Deadline 01/13/2026
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.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Requisition Number RE51560
Department Name H6250: Imaging Services
Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 10
Salary Range $29.95 – $39.10 per hour
Position Type Staff, Full‑Time
Required Education AA (Associate’s Degree)
Required Experience 0 years related experience
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, or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; performing tasks with repetitive motions; intermittently standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods; and occasionally working at heights above four feet and/or in confined spaces. It also involves the regular to occasional risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment or materials; exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, blood‑borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.
Shift Thursday / Friday: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm; every other weekend 6:30 am – 7:00 pm (Holiday and call required; shift can change based on departmental needs)
Job Summary The CT Technologist provides CT imaging for patients that assists the patient’s physician in expediting needed care. Quality, efficiency, and service excellence are essential parts of this position. Duties include performing diagnostic and interventional procedures per department protocols, providing feedback on image for improvement as needed, addressing customer needs appropriately according to age‑specific, service‑specific and disease‑specific criteria, and utilizing proper procedure for identifying patients. This position will also assist in a QA review to maintain professional standards for themselves and any technologists they are called upon to assist. Maintaining patient efficiency by spending the most appropriate amount of time for each task and interaction is an essential job function and adhering to the UK HealthCare Values during interactions with patients, coworkers, and physicians, as well as all external and internal customers. Maintaining privacy and confidentiality is required.
Starting Pay The minimum hourly rate for this position is now $29.95 per hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Excellent patient care skills and technical/CT knowledge
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Preferred Education / Experience At least one year of CT experience preferred.
Application Deadline 01/13/2026
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.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr