JOB SUMMARY
We are dedicated to delivering exceptional mobile diagnostic imaging services and are looking for passionate professionals to join our trailblazing team. Settings include nursing and assisted living facilities, clinics and detention facilities.
Provide mobile diagnostic ultrasound services to contracted facilities and doctors’ offices as scheduled. Must be highly self-motivated. Obtain ultrasound as ordered and send to radiologist for interpretation. Excellent communication skills are a must. ARRT registered. ARDMS preferred.
The radiology technician is responsible for arranging, attaching or adjusting immobilization and supportive devices such as sandbags, binders and angle-boards to obtain the precise position, prevent patients of all ages from moving and lessen discomfort; adjusts lead shield to protect unaffected parts of the body from exposure to x-ray.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive a company vehicle, equipped with a state-of-the-art portable x-ray machine, to various locations, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals.
- Operates x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body under the supervision of a Radiologist and performs related duties.
- Adjusts x-ray equipment to correct setting for each examination; positions and instructs patients of all ages; and determines proper voltage, current and desired exposure time for each radiograph.
- Selects proper film and inserts into holder.
- Positions x-ray equipment at proper distance and angle from patient’s body to present clear and undistorted view and adjust collimator to direct concentration of rays on specified area.
- Steps behind protective enclosure and flips switch to activate machine which automatically cuts off at the end of present exposure time.
- Repeats exposure procedure from slightly different angle as prescribed by physician.
- Places exposed film and patient’s identification slip into wall safe for processing by darkroom assistant.
- Follows same procedure to operate mobile x-ray equipment in the exam rooms.
- Must wear protective clothing.
- Prepares and maintains records and files as directed.
- Cleans and makes minor adjustments to equipment.
- May specialize in taking C.T. Images, Ultrasound Images, Special Procedure Exams, along with taking x-rays of such specific areas of the body as chest, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, or head.
- Obtains knowledge of; x-ray machine units, film, fluoroscope (if applicable), camera and protective garments.
REQUIREMENTS
- Valid driver’s license, clear Driving Record
- Licensed RT(R) X-ray Techs.
- ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT (MR) Required.
- Valid and current Radiologic Technologist license
- Working knowledge of applicable MR scan technology is required.
- Knowledge of digital x-ray equipment
- ARRT Certification.
- CPR, BLS Required
- Must pass background check, physical fitness assessment, and drug screening.
- Ability to drive at night and handle on-call responsibilities when needed.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of an accredited school of radiological technology and currently licensed in the State of Texas.
CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE
- ARRT Certification.
- CPR, BLS Required
- Valid driver’s license, clear Driving Record
- Licensed RT(R) X-ray Techs.
- ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT (MR) Required.
- Valid and current Radiologic Technologist license
KNOWLEDGE SKILS AND ABILITIES
- Flexibility, self-motivation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to use a variety of stationary and mobile diagnostic x-ray producing and imaging equipment and accessories.
- Ability to meet physical demands (stand: walk; sit; climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl), and lift up to 50lbs).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road