Radiology CT Tech/UKHC

AA

0 yrs

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

This position requires regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and performing tasks with repetitive motions; intermittently standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and occasionally working at heights above four feet and/or in confined spaces. Also involves regular to occasional risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and 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.

Friday and Saturday night OR Saturday and Sunday night. Call and some holidays are required.

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.

Exciting new opportunity to work weekends at a premium pay rate. This position requires staff to work 2, 12-hour shifts each weekend, consisting of two morning or two evening shifts (specific hours vary by unit and must fall within policy). Weekend Premium Pay (WEPP) staff accrue vacation leave totaling 4 weekends per year. Other benefits provided to WEPP staff include university credit for health insurance, basic life insurance, and 200% retirement contribution. Come join our amazing team and receive several of our exceptional full-time benefits while only working 2 shifts per week!

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.

Associate’s degree plus one or more years CT experience preferred.

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.