About the role
Posting Details
Job Title
Assoc Radiation Safety Officer/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE55444
Working Title
Associate RSO
Department Name
H3010:Hospital Administration
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
14
Salary Range
$81,328-156,062/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Must meet requirements for Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) / Alternate Radiation Safety Officer (ARSO) in at least one modality as defined by US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations in 10 CFR 35 within 2 years.
Physical Requirements
Lifting objects >50lbs, Overhead reaching, bending, walking for long periods of time and in repetition, data entry, wearing Lead Apparel for long periods of time, driving to off-site UKHC locations and affiliations.
Shift
Monday – Friday Days. Some weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays as needed. Share on-call responsibilities with other team members.
Job Summary
UK HealthCare is seeking an Associate Radiation Safety Officer to support our growing HealthCare radiation safety program. The successful candidate should be eligible to complete NRC requirements (10 CFR 35) to be listed as an ARSO in at least one modality within 2 years. This position will have supervisory responsibilities and will be expected to execute the day to day management of key program areas as designated by the UKHC RSO. Certification or eligibility for certification by ABHP or ABMP is desirable.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered)
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Management and Supervision, MS Office radiation detection instrumentation, radiation dosimetry, strong communication and interpersonal skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Masters Degree in Medical Physics, Health Physics or Radiological Science is preferred with experience in the medical field. Certification by ABMP, ABHP or equivalent is desirable.
Deadline to Apply
09/03/2026
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.
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