Orthopedic Imaging Assistant – GXMO

Ohio State University Physicians

Orthopedic Imaging Assistant providing diagnostic imaging and clinical support in an orthopedic setting. Ensuring safe imaging practices and enhancing patient care within a collaborative team environment.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $31 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
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, point-of-care testing (POCT)
Prepare, clean, and maintain exam rooms and imaging areas
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
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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health reimbursement accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Holidays
Wellness program

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Hard Skills & Tools

diagnostic imagingradiographic positioningcastingsplintingwound caresuture removaldressing changesmedication administrationpoint-of-care testingEMR documentation

Soft Skills

patient communicationcollaborationprofessionalismattention to detailtime managementorganizational skillspatient educationinterpersonal skillsadaptabilityteamwork

Certifications

General X-ray Machine Operator (GXMO) certificationMedical Assisting diploma