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Orthopedic Imaging Assistant GXMO-Orthopedics
Job Location:
Job Location:
Columbus, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Overview
Join a fast-paced patient-centered orthopedic team where your imaging expertise and clinical skills directly impact the speed and quality of care. As anOrthopedic Imaging Assistant (GXMO) youll play a vital role in delivering precise diagnostic imaging and hands-on clinical support helping providers evaluate diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions efficiently while creating a positive compassionate patient experience.
Position Summary
The Orthopedic Imaging Assistant is a General X-ray Machine Operator (GXMO) who provides limited diagnostic imaging and clinical support in an ambulatory orthopedic setting. This role ensures safe accurate imaging supports clinical workflows and enhances patient care while maintaining compliance with radiation safety standards regulatory requirements and organizational quality expectations.
Responsibilities
What Youll Do
Imaging & Patient Care
- Perform diagnostic imaging within GXMO scope of practice for authorized anatomical areas
- Operate imaging equipment safely selecting appropriate patient-specific parameters
- Apply ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure while maintaining image quality
- Position patients accurately and comfortably for imaging procedures
- Conduct Imaging Time Out to verify patient exam protocol and laterality
Clinical Support
- Room patients collect vitals and obtain relevant medical histories
- Assist providers with exams procedures and treatments
- Perform clinical tasks within scope including:
- Casting and splinting
- Wound care suture removal and dressing changes
- Medication administration and handling (including storage and compounding)
- Point-of-care testing (POCT)
- Prepare clean and maintain exam rooms and imaging areas
Operations & Documentation
- Document imaging procedures and clinical information in the EMR accurately and timely
- Maintain imaging equipment and ensure proper cleaning between patients
- Manage inventory and stock clinical and imaging supplies
- Support front office functions such as scheduling referrals and patient follow-ups
- Provide after-visit summaries and patient education
Compliance & Team Collaboration
- Follow all HIPAA OSHA radiation safety and regulatory standards
- Participate in trainings competencies and departmental meetings
- Work collaboratively with physicians APPs and clinical staff
- Maintain professionalism and excellent patient communication at all times
- Travel to other locations as needed
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assisting diploma or 1 year of medical assisting experience (or equivalent combination)
- General X-ray Machine Operator (GXMO) certification
- Completion of radiographic positioning coursework (including upper extremities)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an orthopedic outpatient setting
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Why Join Us
- Work alongside a collaborative orthopedic care team
- Make a direct impact on patient outcomes and experience
- Grow your clinical and imaging skillset in a dynamic setting
- Be part of a culture focused on quality safety and excellence
Who we are
With over 100 cutting-edge outpatient center locations dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative work environment our buckeye team includes more than 1800 nurses medical assistants physicians advanced practice providers administrative support staff IT specialists financial specialists and leaders that all play an important part. As an employee of Ohio State University Physicians (OSUP) youll be an integral part of a team committed to advancing healthcare education and professional growth.
Our culture
At OSUP we foster a culture grounded in the values of inclusion empathy sincerity and determination. We meet our teams where they are coming together to serve each other and our community.
Our benefits
We know that having options and robust benefit plans are important to you. OSUP prioritizes the wellbeing of our team and thats why we offer our employees a flexible competitive benefit addition to medical dental vision health reimbursement accounts flexible spending accounts and retirement we also offer an employee assistance program paid time off holidays and a wellness program designed to support our employees so they can live their best lives. As an OSUP employee you will be eligible for these various benefits depending on your employment status.
Pay Range
USD $21.04 - USD $31.56 /Hr.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
The Ohio State University Physicians, Inc. (OSUP) provides outpatient care throughout Central Ohio and the surrounding areas. We are the approved not-for-profit practice plan for The Ohio State University College of Medicine designated by the University Board of Trustees.
