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Job Title Radiology MRI Tech/UKHC Requisition Number RE46564 Working Title MRI Technologist Department Name H3184: MRI Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education AS 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) Physical Requirements This position requires regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing over 50 pounds; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; working at heights above four feet and/or in confined spaces; and some job-related travel (less than 10% of time). 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. Shift Varies. Job Summary The MRI Technologist will be responsible for performing Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures in accordance with standards and practice set forth by ARRT and Department Policies and Procedures; and will demonstrate a knowledge of the human structure and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of electromagnetic and computer sciences, magnetic protection, and specialized techniques. The individual in this role is expected to be able to apply appropriate patient care and recognize patient conditions essential for successful completion of procedures.

An MRI Technologist at UKHC must be a graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology, hold a Radiation Operator Certificate from the Kentucky Radiation Operators program, and be registered and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Will also require MRI registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within one year of hire date and candidate must be CPR certified/hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.

The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $30.10/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities MRI equipment operation and safety; Employee Health Record (EHR) knowledge including RIS/PACS. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Current MRI registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Deadline to Apply 02/06/2025 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.


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