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Direct Orthopedic Care
Southlake, Texas

Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist

Imaging Tech Top 25% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech)Full-Time

Listed compensation

$24-$27/hr

Listing transparency1 of 6 stated

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

As the Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist, I report to the Practice Manager. I understand the significance of providing sincere care for each of our guests and their safety while in our care. In conjunction, I provide x-rays at the provider’s direction and offer outstanding clinical support by understanding the value of communication, a helpful hand and the importance of relating to one’s needs.

Lead Outcomes

  • I will take initial x-rays per DOC protocol and any follow-up x-rays at the Provider’s discretion.
  • I provide a genuine welcome to all guests as they enter DOC and lead hospitality efforts by maintaining a courteous, attentive and professional manner.
  • I follow all protocols to reduce anxiety, provide explanation of treatment and ensure each guest departs with all questions answered.
  • I lead guest flow including rooming guests, taking vitals, setting up injections, obtaining prior authorizations for injections, taking inventory/ordering supplies, educating guests and applying DME.
  • I apply safety techniques, register guests in PACS and transport guests between rooms.
  • I am able to check-in guests and collect demographic information, verify insurance coverage and collect copays.
  • I maintain patient confidentiality and ensure PHI is secure at all times. I have a comprehensive knowledge and working understanding of HIPAA regulations and continual compliance.

Core Responsibilities

  • I facilitate guest flow by notifying providers and other team members of guests’ arrival, having awareness of delays, and providing continual communication with all.
  • I proactively minimize radiation to guest and team members by practicing radiation protection techniques and following all DOC protocols.
  • I input CPT codes in EMR.
  • I ensure operation of radiology equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements including but not limited to following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, scheduling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventory and service history.
  • I assist providers with guest care by documenting care utilizing both EMR and PAC technology.
  • I ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements.
  • I maintain and evolve my professional and technical knowledge.

I Exemplify the Following Competencies

  • My leadership is proactive.
  • My behaviors and standards model DOCs values and deliver a service experience that is unrivaled.
  • I use active listening skills.
  • My behavior is enthusiastic.
  • I enjoy working as part of a team.
  • I am flexible and adaptable.
  • I am able to lift up to 50lbs.
  • I am proficient in computer skills.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves performing x-rays according to protocol and providing clinical support to guests and providers. Responsibilities include managing guest flow, maintaining radiology equipment, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and legal regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must be proficient in computer skills and capable of lifting up to 50lbs. The position requires a strong commitment to patient safety, professional communication, and adherence to radiation protection techniques.

Key Skills

Radiologic TechnologyPatient CareHIPAA ComplianceVital SignsInsurance VerificationMedical DocumentationEquipment MaintenancePatient TransportCustomer Service

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist at Direct Orthopedic Care a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,301 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Radiologic Technology Career Context

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 53% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$53k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $55k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$53k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.6
Higher than about 8 in 10 of 1,301 Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

Living in Southlake

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$954k
Typical market rent
$5,894/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.