Pediatric Radiologic Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Pediatric Radiologic Technologist
Location: Richmond, Texas
Pay Range: $38.00–$48.00 per hour
Employment Type: Per Diem
Schedule: Monday and Wednesday, approximately 7:00 AM–12:00 PM
Hours: Approximately 10 hours per week
Growth Opportunity: Potential to transition into a full-time position
Setting: Pediatric Ambulatory Surgery Center

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Radiologic Technologist to support imaging and fluoroscopy procedures at a pediatric outpatient surgery center in Richmond, Texas.

The Radiologic Technologist will operate imaging equipment, produce high-quality diagnostic images, support surgical and procedural teams, and ensure compliance with radiation-safety requirements. This position also maintains required imaging documentation, equipment records, radiation logs, and quality-control testing.

This is a per diem position scheduled approximately 10 hours per week, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic X-ray and fluoroscopy procedures as ordered by the physician.
• Select appropriate exposure factors and position pediatric patients to consistently produce high-quality images.
• Operate imaging and fluoroscopy equipment safely and proficiently.
• Assist with preparing operating and procedure rooms for scheduled cases.
• Assemble necessary supplies and positioning aids based on scheduled procedures and physician preferences.
• Practice appropriate radiation-safety procedures for patients, staff, and self.
• Wear required radiation-monitoring devices and follow established radiation-protection standards.
• Document radiation exposure and fluoroscopy duration accurately.
• Complete required weekly equipment testing and document the results.
• Inspect protective X-ray aprons and other shielding equipment for integrity.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate required maintenance or repairs.
• Follow established equipment cleaning, storage, care, and calibration procedures.
• Maintain all required radiology logs, equipment reports, quality-control records, and supporting documentation.
• Follow infection-control, environmental-safety, bloodborne-pathogen, and airborne-pathogen standards.
• Promptly report safety concerns, equipment issues, or policy violations to clinical leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• Active Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist license.
• Current ARRT certification in Radiography.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least four years of ambulatory surgery center experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with diagnostic X-ray and fluoroscopy equipment.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety, patient positioning, image quality, and equipment care.
• Ability to work effectively with pediatric patients, families, physicians, and surgical team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of fluoroscopy experience.
• Previous pediatric imaging or surgical-services experience.
• Experience operating mobile C-arm equipment in an operating-room environment.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has strong ambulatory surgery and fluoroscopy experience and is comfortable supporting pediatric procedures in a fast-paced surgical environment. They should be dependable, safety-focused, detail-oriented, and capable of independently managing imaging equipment, radiation documentation, quality-control requirements, and procedural preparation.