How to Use Mobile X-Ray Services from Mobile Images
In today’s fast-paced senior living and rehabilitation environments, administrators and nursing staff need diagnostic imaging services that are not only accurate and timely—but also incredibly easy to use. If you’ve ever wondered how to use mobile X-ray services, Mobile Images has simplified the process from start to finish.
Whether you’re an Executive Director, Director of Nursing, or Life Enrichment Coordinator, this blog provides a detailed walkthrough of the Mobile Images experience—so you know what to expect and how to get the best from every exam.
Why Senior Living Facilities Trust Mobile Images
Mobile Images is a trusted partner to senior living communities across the Southeast. Known for friendly mobile imaging services, we combine efficiency with warmth and professionalism. Our process is designed with your staff’s time, your residents’ comfort, and your operational goals in mind.
Let’s walk through what happens when you schedule a mobile imaging service.
Step 1: Simple Scheduling Options
Three Easy Ways to Place an Order
Scheduling an X-ray with Mobile Images is fast and flexible. According to Tyler Merchant of Mobile Images:
“The step-by-step process of using Mobile Images is very easy. Most phone calls to place an order take two to three minutes—sometimes even less.”
You can schedule an imaging appointment in three ways:
- Call our dispatch team – Our friendly team gathers everything needed: patient details, exam type, views required, and billing information.
- Submit via EMR – Facilities integrated with Mobile Images can place imaging orders directly through electronic medical record systems.
- Fax your request – Still widely used, faxing remains a reliable option for many of our clients.
Each order is entered into our secure MediMatrix system and assigned to the nearest available technician.
Step 2: What Happens When the Tech Arrives
Onsite Protocol That Prioritizes Accuracy
When our imaging technician arrives at your facility, the first stop is typically the nurse’s station. There, they will:
- Review the face sheet and doctor’s order.
- Verify the exam type, patient identity, and required views.
- Confirm any special circumstances that may impact how the exam is performed.
This extra verification step helps ensure each resident receives the correct imaging and allows the technician to adjust for the resident’s comfort or mobility limitations.
Once inside the room, the technician will:
- Set up portable X-ray equipment quickly and discreetly.
- Perform the exam with as little disruption as possible.
- Answer questions and ensure the resident feels comfortable throughout.
Step 3: Image Processing and Reporting
Fast Turnaround for Better Care Decisions
After completing the X-ray or ultrasound:
- The tech uploads the images securely for review by a board-certified radiologist.
- The radiologist reads the study and generates a report.
- Mobile Images then sends the report directly to the facility or ordering physician.
In many cases, reports are returned within hours, enabling fast treatment decisions and avoiding unnecessary trips to the hospital.
“We go above and beyond to follow up with the facility if an imaging result is urgent—because we want to ensure that nothing slips through the cracks.” — Tyler Merchant
What Makes Mobile Images Different
Built for Senior Care Environments
Mobile Images isn’t just a mobile imaging provider. We’re a care-focused team with deep experience in working with senior living facilities. Our services are specifically built to:
- Minimize disruption to daily routines.
- Reduce administrative burden on nursing staff.
- Ensure timely and accurate results.
We believe in treating every resident like a member of our own family—because many of us have family in senior care too. We understand how critical speed, clarity, and kindness are in your work.
Key Takeaways for Senior Living Professionals
- Scheduling is simple – Choose from phone, fax, or EMR.
- Visits are seamless – Our techs verify all details to ensure proper care.
- Results are fast and secure – Reports go directly to the facility or doctor.
- Service is patient-centered – Your residents are treated with dignity and respect.
Call to Action
Ready to experience fast, accurate, and friendly mobile imaging services for your facility? Mobile Images is here to help.
