Nuc Med Tech/MS Pool/On-Call/UKHC

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Nuc Med Tech/MS Pool/On-Call/UKHC Requisition Number DU13506 Department Name H3186: Nuclear Medicine Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $43-$59/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status On Call Required Education

Associates Degree

Required Related Experience

1 year of experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Temporary license required at time of hire, with official Nuclear Medicine registry obtained within 1 year of hire if not already completed; KY State Radiation License at time of hire; Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire

Physical Requirements

Lifting and pulling weight greater than 50 pounds. This position requires the ability to walk/commute to different areas within medical campus.

Shift

Shift opportunities will be discussed during the interview process. Depending on level, employees must work a minimum of 96 to 216 hours in a 6-week period.

Job Summary

This 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.

Per diem pay is as follows:

• Level I - 96 hours any shift / 6-week schedule = $43/hour
• Level II - 144 hours any shift / 6-week schedule = $51/hour
• Level III - 216 hours any shift / 6-week week schedule = $59/hour

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 09/30/2026 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 (*).

• • Do you have a diploma, associates degree or higher in radiology and/or nuclear medicine?

• Yes

• No

• • 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

• Do you have a Kentucky State Radiation Operators License or eligible to obtain this license by date of hire?

• Yes

• No

• Are you a Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter