Travel Radiologic Technologist

DispatchHealth; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking a Travel Radiologic Technologist to perform portable x-rays and EKGs at various locations, including homes and healthcare facilities. The candidate must be ARRT registered, possess strong communication and computer skills, and be reliable. This full-time position requires an on-site presence and may involve travel across the country for extended periods while providing care in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Must meet all state and federal requirements to perform portable x-rays.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality portable x-rays and EKGs.
• Travel to various locations as required.
• Maintain accurate records of x-ray procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of completed procedures and equipment status.
• Follow radiation safety, ALARA principles and infection control protocols.
• Assist with order entry, study validation and coordination with radiologists and staff.
• Train new employees as requested by supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Reliability and Dependability

Positive Attitude

Driver's license

Education

Registered with ARRT

State x-ray license (if applicable)

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

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What You’ll Do

• Driving within a local area in a company-supplied vehicle to perform high quality portable x‑rays, EKGs and other applicable diagnostic imaging services for patients in a variety of service locations, including private residences, skilled nursing homes, senior living facilities, correctional facilities and other places of service.
• Traveling to other company locations/areas around the country on a regular schedule to perform portable x‑rays, EKGs and other applicable imaging services. The traveling portion shall involve no more than four weeks per month, unless agreed to in advance.
• Using x‑ray equipment to take radiographic images as per physician’s orders.
• Demonstrating competence in the performance of portable x‑ray studies based on established protocols and procedures.
• Explaining x‑ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
• Demonstrating 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.
• Maintaining an accurate record of completed x‑ray procedures.
• Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x‑ray equipment.
• Following all company policies, procedures, protocols, and complying with all applicable state and federal rules, regulations, and standards.
• As directed, assisting with order entry and management, customer service support, validation of studies, dispatching of technologists, report uploads and distribution, communication with radiologists, nursing staff, providers, patients, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Training new employees as needed per request of supervising manager.

Traveling Guidelines

• Employee shall be compensated at his/her regular hourly rate for actual travel time to a different market/area, unless otherwise approved by management.
• Per Diem. Employee shall be allotted a fixed daily amount used for covering expenses such as meals and other incidental costs when traveling on approved company trips.
• Employee shall follow company policies and guidelines when making travel and lodging reservations.

What You Need

• Meets 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)
• State x‑ray license (if applicable)
• Passes required background check(s).
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Must demonstrate proficient computer skills to perform required duties.
• Acts professionally, exhibits a friendly, caring, and positive attitude when interacting with management, employees, patients, patient’s family, nurses, providers, client staff and other stakeholders.
• Is reliable, dependable, and ethical.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs easily while carrying equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to work a varied schedule that may require evenings, holidays, and weekends.

Position Type

Full Time

Work Place Type

On‑site

Category

Imaging

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care