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.