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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleNuclear Medicine Tech/UKHCRequisition NumberRE53014Working TitleDepartment NameH3186: Nuclear MedicineWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level11Salary Range$31.14-45.70/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationASClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationRegistered Nuclear Med Tech at time of hire; Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hirePhysical RequirementsThis position requires sitting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods of time. Lifting and positioning patients may also be required. ShiftFlexible day shift Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30 am 8:30 pm. Rotational on-call is required.Job SummaryThis position's primary focus is to complete a Nuclear Medicine procedure/therapy in a safe, efficient manner according to departmental, hospital, state, and federal guidelines.

An experienced Nuclear Technologist is necessary to manage patient throughput, quality control, inventory, equipment evaluation and calibration, billing accuracy and regulatory compliance. This position will be responsible for executing diagnostic studies and interventional procedures by following unit policies/procedures for radiation safety, patient safety, radiopharmaceutical administration, QA, and imaging.

New Starting Pay Rate The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted based on current demand for this role. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $31.14/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate's experience.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will have effective communication, strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, customer service excellence, a willingness to learn new skills, and technological proficiency. Key strengths include problem-solving, teamwork and collaboration, customer service, clear verbal and written communication, and a proactive approach.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDegree from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program with training in Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT preferred.



Deadline to Apply02/01/2026Our University CommunityWe 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 (*).

1. * Are you board certified in nuclear medicine?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please indicate the number of years of paid, full-time employment experience you have as a Nuclear Medicine Technician.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years
3. * Do you have a diploma, associates degree or higher in radiology and/or nuclear medicine?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

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