University of Kentucky

Sonographer Radiology/UKHC

University of Kentucky$69K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Sonography or related field
  • Registered Sonographer (RDMS) or Radiologic Technologist (RT) certification by hire date
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire
  • No prior experience required
  • Familiarity with PACS, RIS, and ultrasound physics preferred

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality imaging services to patients
  • Maintain privacy and confidentiality during patient interactions
  • Promote a positive work environment through respectful communication
  • Ensure compliance with ARDMS certification and continuing education
  • Adapt work assignments to departmental needs, including weekends and holidays

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
  • Supportive work environment focused on patient care
  • Engagement in a prestigious healthcare institution
  • Flexibility in work assignments for operational needs
  • Potential for diverse clinical experiences within a busy imaging department
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Sonographer Radiology/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE53700

Working Title
Sonographer / Ultrasound Technologist

Department Name
H6250:Imaging Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
11

Salary Range
$33.42-45.70/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

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Sonographer - RDMS and/or RT at time of hire, Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting at computer workstation for extended periods, repetitive motion, lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up over 50bs.

Shift

The shift could vary. Primarily daytime hours. This position requires working some weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Call is required for this position.

Job Summary

The Radiology Sonographer will work in the Imaging Services Department of Good Samaritan Hospital providing high quality and efficient customer service to patients in this department.

Job duties include: treat all customers (patients, faculty, staff, etc.) with respect and in a courteous, professional manner, maintain privacy and confidentiality, promote a positive work environment, provide communication regarding all aspects of care, such as explanations of exam or delay in service.

This position is also required to acquire or maintain ARDMS certification to ensure compliance with our ACR accreditation, and to maintain required licensing with continuing education and comply with all departmental, state, and federal regulations.

This position requires working weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Flex as requested to meet overall operational needs of the department, regardless of shift or assignment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have extensive customer service experience and be able to communicate in a calm and helpful manner during stressful and/or crisis situations. PACS, RIS, Ultrasound Physics, Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology are also desired.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Recent clinical ultrasound experience (within past 12 months) and/or completion of Sonography program preferred.

Deadline to Apply
09/09/2026

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