Field Based Radiologic Technologist

Company: DispatchHealth Management
Location: Fort Myers
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Job Description:

How You'll Make an Impact: As a mobile radiologic technologist, you'll:Use a company vehicle equipped with a compact, portable x-ray machine (DR), and drive locally to x-ray patients in different facilities throughout your shift to support patient populations from adults, geriatrics, women, and children. Depending on the market you may also utilize EKGs, Holter Monitors, and Pacemaker Checks. If you are looking for a dynamic work experience with more freedom and flexibility than in a traditional hospital or clinic x-ray department, then a career move here is for you. -Job Details:

• 16- 20 hrs/ week- ideally pick up 2 weekends/ month
• Great supplemental income opportunity!
• Onsite training provided
• Must have BMO (Limited- scope) license or A.R.R.T and FL state license
• Growth opportunities - - - What You'll Do: Your day-to-day experience as a mobile radiologic technologist will include:
  • Travel by vehicle to perform portable x-rays in a variety of settings, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, correctional institutions, residential homes, and other patient locations.
  • Determine proper electronic and technical factors based on patient needs.
  • Follow ALARA principles for reducing radiation exposure.
  • Prepare accurate physician and patient orders and transmit reading as required in a timely manner.
  • Set, adjust, and operate a variety of electronic equipment to obtain diagnostic images that may include EKG's and Holter Monitor.
  • Ensure the equipment is available and in working order (in the vehicle) prior to shift start and shift end.
  • Assist with order taking, validation of studies, communication with reading radiologists, customer call-backs, and other administrative and customer support functions as directed. - What You Need: To qualify as a mobile radiologic technologist, you must meet all state-specific and federal requirements for training, education, competency, certification, and state license to perform portable x-rays, including one or more of the following:
    • Possess a valid state-issued driver's license with a good driving record.
      • Completion of a 24-month approved radiological technology program or equivalent
      • Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.) or Limited Scope X-Ray Operator -
      • License or certification through the state where procedures are performed - - 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, 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 below to hear from healthcare professionals on what it's like to work with DispatchHealth. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to learn more.#RAD

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