Radiologic Technologist

Company: DispatchHealth Management
Location: Richmond
Posted on: October 5, 2024

Job Description:

Mobile Radiologic Technologist Job Description
Perform mobile diagnostic imaging procedures in various settings to support disease and injury diagnosis and treatment, while maintaining patient care, customer service, image quality, and operational efficiency.

Your Day-to-Day Experience:

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• Travel to perform portable x-rays and EKG exams in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, correctional institutions, residential homes, and other patient locations.
  
• Follow company policies, procedures, and protocols while performing diagnostic imaging exams.
  
• Collect and verify required order documentation and patient information prior to procedures.
  
• Prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging exams.
  
• Operate portable radiologic equipment at patient's bedside or other designated exam settings.
  
• Determine exposure factors based on height, weight, body part, and degree of penetration required.
  
• Demonstrate safe work practices, including safe driving, radiation safety, ALARA principles, infection control, and use of personal protective equipment.
  
• Prepare images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
  
• Process images and review them for diagnostic quality prior to transmission.
  
• Transmit images and associated documentation in a timely manner according to company protocols.
  
• Complete forms and maintain records, visit logs, and reports of work performed according to standard protocols.
  
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment, assist with troubleshooting and problem-solving of equipment and systems as directed.
  
• Take care of vehicle, ensuring it is well-stocked with necessary supplies.
  
• Operate and behave in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations related to portable imaging procedures and standards.
  
• Perform training and orientation of other employees upon request by management.
  
• Assist with order taking, validation of studies, communication with reading radiologists, customer call-backs, and other administrative and customer support functions as directed.
  
• Act professionally and exhibit courtesy, friendliness, and a positive attitude when interacting with coworkers, patients, patient's family, client staff, physicians, and others.
  
• Demonstrate personal commitment to the mission, values, and ethics of the company.
  
• Follow direction and adhere to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  
• Communicate positively and professionally with everyone.
  
• Perform work safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others, or property.
  
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of company computers, systems, programs, and digital x-ray technology.
  
• Build effective and positive working relationships, foster good teamwork, and contribute to a positive work environment.
  
  
  Requirements:
  
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  • Meet state-specific and federal requirements to perform portable x-rays, including registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a Radiologic Technologist RT (R) or state x-ray license (if applicable).
    
  • Have a valid state-issued driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
    
  • Ability to move or lift equipment up to 50 pounds.
    
  • Ability to walk up and down stairs easily while carrying equipment.
    
  • Ability to work a varied schedule that may require evenings, holidays, and weekends.
    
    
    About DispatchHealth Imaging:
    DispatchHealth is building the nation's largest in-home care system to deliver trusted and compassionate care to all. We offer on-demand acute care and an advanced level of medical care for people of all ages in the comfort of their own homes.

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