Basic X-Ray Machine Operator (BXMO)

Palms Medical Group; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in North Florida is seeking an experienced X-Ray Technician to operate X-Ray equipment and provide quality patient care. The ideal candidate must hold a Basic X-Ray Machine Operators License and BLS Certification, along with strong organizational skills. The role involves maintaining EHRs and supporting patients during procedures. Join a dedicated team committed to total family wellness.

Qualifications

• Organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Minimum one year experience in a Primary Care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate X-Ray equipment under supervision.
• Maintain Electronic Health Records.
• Provide necessary medical services to patients.

Skills

Organized

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Current Basic X-Ray Machine Operators License (BXMO) in Florida

Current BLS Certification

Current CNA, CMA, LPN, or RN

Tools

Digital X-Ray

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

Job description

Description

We hire to retire. Come join our amazing team of professionals offering total family wellness and healthcare to residents of 7 counties via our 14 offices in North Florida.

Position Summary

The X-Ray Technician functions as a Basic X-Ray Machine Operator (BXMO) with responsibility for operating X-Ray equipment for the purpose of diagnosing and treating patient disease/injury by the primary care provider. The BXMO will practice under the direct supervision and control of a licensed practitioner, only in that practitioner’s office.

Description of Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care
• Responsible for inventory management
• Responsible for administrative duties
• Read and adhere to the Clinical Policy Manual

Responsibilities include:

• Provide necessary medical services to patients of Palms Medical Group (PMG) within his/her scope of practice in accordance with stated policies, procedures and protocols of PMG and Florida State Statute 468.302.
• Maintain the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with up-to-date documentation of services provided.
• Exhibit professionalism when greeting and escorting patients to X-Ray suite.
• Perform basic radiology procedures.
• Provide patients with digital X-Ray discs if indicated.
• Maintain knowledge of inventory procedures and submit any order requests to the VP of Business Continuity & Client Relations and designated Clinical Care Coordinator.
• Maintain X-Ray suite, and order and restock radiological supplies.
• Maintain responsibility for the overall operation of the X-Ray suite.
• Maintain orderly and professional work areas.
• Maintain X-Ray tracking logs.
• Observe and follow OSHA standards and PMG Infection Control/Safety protocol.
• Promptly fax orders to Doctor’s Imaging Group along with patient encounter form before releasing the patient from the clinic.
• Assist the Clinical Care Coordinator, VP of Practice Management with data collection as necessary.
• Assist with audits, administer and collect surveys, and follow up with red charts as directed by the Clinical Care Coordinator.
• Perform any other duty assigned by the Clinical Care Coordinator, VP of Practice Management or CEO to improve the efficiency of PMG.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Must be organized, self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Job duties require the ability to both works independently and as part of a team.
• May be expected to travel to and provide coverage for other PMG clinics during BXMO absences.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of coworkers by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and supporting skill development.

Professional & Technical Knowledge:

• Exhibit competency when utilizing the following equipment: Radiation Protective Equipment, Digital X-Ray, Image Receptors, Factor Selection, Copying Digital Image onto a CD, ECG, PFT, In-house hemoglobin, Lab centrifuge, AED, Autoclave, Vital Sign Machine, Nebulizer and accessories, Blood Glucometer, INR, In-house hemoglobin A1c, Oxygen tanks and accessories
• Comply with job competencies and skill checkoffs as part of annual evaluation.
• Expected to navigate and operate Microsoft Office suite products, including Word and Excel, and demonstrate other basic computer proficiency.

Licenses & Certifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current Basic X-Ray Machine Operators License (BXMO) in the State of Florida
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in Primary Care setting preferred
• Current BLS (basic life support) Certification
• Current CNA, CMA, LPN, or RN

Communications Skills:

Effectively communicates complex and/or technical information to co-workers, patients and/or vendors

Physical/Mental/Emotional Demands:

• Standing for long periods of time
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Viewing a computer monitor for long periods of time
• Bending
• Stretching / Reaching
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Operating office equipment (computer, fax machines, telephones and copy machines)
• Reading forms / Instructions / Patients Charts
• Communicating well to people of various ages, educational levels, cultural backgrounds in person or by telephone
• Exposure to potentially violent / irate patients
• Health / Safety Consideration of Position
• Exposure to chemical infectious / contagious illness
• Exposure to chemical and inhalation of antibiotics during reconstitution
• Exposure to X-Ray radiation
• Exposure to a variety of scents and odors
• Must utilize universal precaution in clinical or exposure situations as prescribed by federal state, and local guidelines and /or laws