X-Ray Technologist
Company: DispatchHealth Management
Location: Hanover
Posted on: April 25, 2024
Job Description:
How You'll Make an Impact: $5,000 sign-on bonus
As a mobile radiologic technologist, you'll:An X-Ray Technologist
will perform mobile diagnostic imaging procedures in a variety of
settings and locations to support the diagnostic and treatment of
disease and injuries. This position will also perform additional
duties to maintain and enhance patient care, customer service,
image quality, operational efficiency, and the training of other
X-Ray Technologists.
What You'll Do: Your day-to-day experience as a mobile radiologic
technologist will include:
- Travel by automobile as directed to perform portable x-rays and
EKG exams in a variety of settings, including nursing homes,
assisted living facilities, correctional institutions, residential
homes, and other patient locations. -
- Follow all company policies, procedures and protocols while
performing diagnostic imaging exams. -
- Collect and verify all required order documentation and patient
information prior to procedures. -
- Prepare & position patient 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 appropriate to position;
including safe driving, radiation safety and ALARA principles,
infection control, use of appropriate personal protective
equipment; safe operation of x-ray generators and associated
equipment, vehicle loading/unloading of x-ray equipment, safely
moving portable x-ray units during patient visits, and other
activities associated with performing the responsibilities as a
portable x-ray technologist. Prepare images for reading by
radiologist or requesting physician. -
- Process images and review images for diagnostic quality prior
to transmission. -
- Transmit images and all required associated documentation in a
timely manner according to company protocols. -
- Complete all 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 by Company management or Service Department personnel.
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- Take good care of vehicle; ensure that the vehicle is well
stocked with necessary supplies. -
- Operate and behave in full compliance with all applicable
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 co-workers, 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. -
- Always communicate positively and professionally with everyone.
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- 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. - What You
Need: Meet all state-specific and federal requirements to perform
portable x-rays, including one or more of the following: -
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) as a Radiologic Technologist RT (R) - -
- Limited Scope X-ray Operator - in accordance with
State-specific requirements -
- State x-ray license (if applicable) -
- Has a valid state-issued driver's license and maintains a good
driving record
- Ability to move or lift equipment up to 50 pounds
- Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs easily
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- Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed
Who We Are: About DispatchHealthAt DispatchHealth, we're building
the world'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. Our emergency medicine and internal
medicine trained medical teams are equipped with all the tools
necessary to treat common to complex injuries and illnesses. We
works closely with payers, providers, health systems, EMS, employer
groups, and others to deliver care in the home to reduce
unnecessary emergency room visits, hospital stays, and
readmissions. Acute Care medical teams are available seven days a
week and holidays and can be requested online or a quick phone
call. -About DispatchHealth ImagingDispatchHealth Imaging, with the
acquisition of PPX & DMI, has over 50 years of mobile imaging
experience. DispatchHealth Imaging professionals travel locally to
diagnose patients in their own homes or at a facility. As the
premiere provider of portable digital x-rays, ultrasounds, EKGs,
holter monitors, echocardiograms, and dopplers we pride ourselves
on having superior digital technology which allow for expedited
care. Home health care services are becoming increasingly common,
and this is a great opportunity to become part of one of the
fastest growing mobile imaging companies in the country.
Connect With Us: Get to know us! Watch the video to hear from
healthcare professionals on what it's like to work with
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more.
Applications are being accepted for this role for at least 3 days
after the posting date, or once we receive a sufficient number of
qualified candidates.#RAD
Keywords: DispatchHealth Management, Harrisonburg , X-Ray Technologist, Other , Hanover, Virginia
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