Pediatric Radiologic Technologist – Urgent Care Team

pmpediatrics; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Pediatrics is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to provide radiology services in our pediatric urgent care setting under physician supervision. You will prepare patients, perform X-rays, and ensure safety and quality control for imaging procedures while maintaining patient comfort and confidentiality.

This role emphasizes teamwork with clinicians and staff, accurate documentation, and adherence to HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinic workflows.
• Ability to stay calm and act with sound judgment during emergencies.
• Strong verbal and nonverbal communication abilities.
• Knowledge of digital imaging techniques.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (eCW preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations
• Obtain medical history, vital signs, and intake
• Prepare patients for radiological procedures and take X-rays
• Obtain quality diagnostic radiographs as requested by physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Maintain and document daily quality control of radiology equipment
• Document repeat exposures and parent holding log with pocket dosimeter read
• Assist in radiology quality assurance program for radiography equipment
• Immediately report any equipment malfunctions to management team
• Help patients in distress by promptly notifying medical staff of emergencies
• Perform collection of throat and nasal specimens and process samples for testing
• Assist in processing of laboratory testing of patient samples and routine QA testing
• Apply splints, ace wraps and DME devices on patients
• Provide patient with crutches and proper use education
• Be an integral part of the patient care team
• Keep exam and X-ray room stocked with adequate supplies
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes to management team
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations

Skills

Communication skills

Emergency response

Judgment under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Education

Radiologic Technologist program

Tools

eCW (Electronic Health Records)

Digital imaging

Job description

PM Pediatrics is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to provide radiology services in our pediatric urgent care setting under physician supervision. You will prepare patients, perform X-rays, and ensure safety and quality control for imaging procedures while maintaining patient comfort and confidentiality.

This role emphasizes teamwork with clinicians and staff, accurate documentation, and adherence to HIPAA regulations.