Interventional Technologist/UKHC at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Interventional Technologist/UKHC
Requisition Number	RE45037
Working Title	Interventional Tech
Department Name	H3185:Interventional Radiology
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	11
Salary Range	$26.00-45.70/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	1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification	Kentucky State Radiation Operators License + American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT RT) + Basic Life Support (BLS)
Physical Requirements	Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs; Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Standing for long periods while wearing radiation protective garments; Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; Radiation exposure.
Shift	Days/evenings (shift varies) with on-call evenings, nights, and weekends.
Job Summary	UK Healthcare is growing! We are expanding our Interventional Radiology services and are hiring for new technologists. The IR Technologist will provide clinical assistance during procedures and assist the physician in expediting needed care. The IR Tech will provide technical assistance in CT, US and fluoroscopy guided procedures. Quality, efficiency, and service excellence are all essential parts of this position. Techs will also assist as a scrub tech or circulator during procedures, and be responsible for supply charge, documentation and charging procedures. Maintaining patient efficiency by spending appropriate amounts of time for each task and interacting will be an essential job function. Adhering to the UK behavioral standards during interactions with patients, coworkers, and physicians, as well as external and internal customers will also be essential. Maintaining privacy and confidentiality are required. There will be a potential for advancement to Master Tech after obtaining advanced registry and gaining equipment proficiency. Applicants who possess the Associate’s degree & 3 years related experience (or equivalent) + ARRT or ARRT certification are eligible to be moved upon hire to the grade 12 Interventional Master Technologist/UKHC position ($30.00/hour – $53.67/hour).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	PACS, EPIC
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Preferred Interventional Radiology experience, but any rad tech experience is acceptable.
Deadline to Apply	05/15/2024
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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 check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * This position requires you to currently hold or be eligible to obtain American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Radiography® Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Radiography® Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) by date of hire. Will you be able to meet both of these requirements?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * This position requires you to currently hold or be eligible to obtain a Kentucky Radiation Operator’s License by date of hire. Will you be able to meet both of these requirements?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you currently hold or will be eligible to obtain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by date of hire?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Please choose the answer that best describes your paid employment experience in Interventional Radiology and/or General Radiology.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
5. * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • HospitalCareers.com
   • Indeed.com
   • LinkedIn.com
   • Institute for Diversity in Health Management
   • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
   • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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