Assoc Radiation Safety Officer/UKHC

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

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