Radiologic Technologist
Company: KidMed
Location: Midlothian
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Radiologic
Technologist is primarily responsible for operating, maintaining,
and overall care of the necessary equipment to perform radiologic
imaging. The role is to safely and accurately perform radiologic
studies to assist the physicians with the diagnosis and treatment
of disease and/or injury. Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
Properly and efficiently setting up and operating the radiologic
equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of
patients. Positioning the patients to safely and accurately obtain
an X-ray as ordered by the provider. Reviewing x-ray images for
clarity and retaking x-rays when needed. Adjusting radiographic
controls to specifications for proper timing of exposure using
ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable). Maintaining quality
control checks to ensure equipment meets the standards required by
law. Assisting with the yearly state inspection of equipment and
facility. Cleaning, maintaining, and performing minor adjustments
to radiologic equipment, including evaluation for repairs.
Protecting patient/families, self, and other staff from radiologic
hazards and ensuring the safety of patients when using equipment.
Providing patients with CD of x-ray when requested or ordered by
the provider and documenting appropriate charges in EMR. Completing
accurate, concise documentation in the patient's chart in a timely
manner while patient is in the department. Assisting other clinical
staff with bringing patients back to the treatment area and other
clinical duties (i.e. cleaning vacant patient rooms, laundry) as
needed. Ensuring patient bathrooms and patient rooms are stocked.
Conveying respect of patient's rights and treating all patients
with dignity. Dispensing durable medical equipment (DME), obtaining
appropriate paperwork, and documenting accordingly. Performing and
assisting with splinting as directed by provider. Associating
correct charges and CPT codes to the patients chart. Providing
patient teaching such as crutch teaching and circulation.
Practicing and promoting positive customer and peer relations while
fostering a learning work environment. Practicing cost containment
for the practice and patient. Functioning as a supportive team
member. Maintaining a clean work environment (i.e. ensuring that
the work area and staff lounge are tidy and all equipment and
utensils are put away at the end of each shift). Participating in
mandatory trainings and attending staff meetings. Reporting all
parent/patient complaints to the manager in a timely manner to
allow for appropriate actions to be taken. Performing opening and
closing procedures of the x-ray area. Assisting providers in
contacting radiology group for STAT over-reads when required.
Reviewing previous shifts x-ray over-read faxes and attaching the
documentation to the patient's chart. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of diagnostic
radiographic procedure. Knowledge of how disease and injuries are
diagnosed and imaged radiographically. Knowledge of human anatomy.
Ability to set up, operate, clean, and troubleshoot radiographic
equipment. Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in
shapes and shading. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Required
Education/Experience : Associates degree in Radiologic Technology
or Certificate of Completion of Radiologic Technology from an
accredited school Certification by state licensing board Updated
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) credentials
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) One year
experience as a Radiology Technologist (preferred) Pediatric
experience (preferred) Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday : 12:00 PM
- 8:00 PM Saturday & Sunday : 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Join our dedicated
team and be part of a welcoming environment where you can make a
meaningful impact on patient care!
Keywords: KidMed, Alexandria , Radiologic Technologist, Healthcare , Midlothian, Virginia