Join a fast-paced, patient-centered orthopedic team where your imaging expertise and clinical skills directly impact the speed and quality of care. As an Orthopedic Imaging Assistant (GXMO), you’ll 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.

What You’ll 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

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)