RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST - FT

BioTech X-ray, Inc.•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist performs portable diagnostic imaging services in accordance with physician orders, company protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements. The role provides high-quality patient care and diagnostic imaging, maintains professionalism, supports timely reporting, and contributes to BioTech X-ray’s “Patient-First People” commitment. Technologists work independently while communicating effectively with dispatch, supervisors, clients, and team members. They maintain company equipment, vehicles, and supplies and comply with company policies and applicable federal and state regulations. The position performs portable radiographic examinations and EKGs, obtains and transmits diagnostic images, documents services, and provides professional, compassionate customer service. Work takes place at healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, patient residences, correctional facilities, industrial sites, and medical examiners’ offices. Travel by company vehicle is a primary daily requirement.

Requirements

Current ARRT certification.
Current state radiology licenses for all states served.
Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a team.
Demonstrated organizational, communication, and customer-service skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate and work independently.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
Must successfully pass background screening and comply with the company’s drug-free workplace policy.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Must be physically able to drive approximately 3,000 to 6,000 miles per month and safely operate company vehicles and equipment.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, kneel, push, and pull throughout the workday.
Ability to lift, load, and unload portable X-ray equipment weighing approximately 100 pounds 5–10 times per shift; maneuver equipment to patients’ bedsides and transport it up or down as many as eight steps.
Ability to position X-ray cassettes or digital receptors under patients, including lifting and repositioning patients of varying sizes.
Ability to sit and drive for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience in portable radiography.
Prior experience in long-term care or mobile imaging environments.

Responsibilities

Perform portable radiographic examinations and EKGs as assigned, following physician orders and company protocols.
Position patients appropriately and obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
Transmit images promptly to the interpreting radiologist or cardiologist for final interpretation.
Burn images to CD and deliver images when required.
Maintain accurate documentation of services performed and upload required orders and face sheets promptly and accurately.
Complete assigned exams efficiently, provide excellent customer service, use downtime productively, and remain available for additional assignments.
Maintain company vehicles, phones, imaging equipment, and supplies; inspect vehicles and equipment routinely and report deficiencies or repair needs promptly.
Verify patient identity and explain procedures professionally and compassionately.
Communicate effectively and professionally with dispatch, facility personnel, physicians, clients, patients, and coworkers, and demonstrate flexibility to meet operational and client needs.
Follow applicable federal, state, and company regulations, HIPAA confidentiality requirements, infection-control requirements, and safety standards.
Participate in training, quality-improvement initiatives, and competency programs, including mentoring new technologists when requested.
Maintain accuracy and attention to detail; safely operate company vehicles and equipment and travel to clients and patients to perform duties.