Basic X-Ray Machine Operator (BXMO)
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What Life Working at Palms Looks Like:
· Mission and Meaningful Work: PMG is a not for profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). That means it’s focused on serving underserved populations, offering affordable primary care and preventative services. For many people, that makes the work feel meaningful.
· Stability & Growth: PMG has been around for a long time (since 1971) and we are still expanding!
· Comprehensive Services & Variety: We offer a wide array of services – family medicine, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, prenatal care, etc. – So working here gives exposure to different patient populations, conditions and settings.
· Patient-Centered, Community Focus: PMG emphasizes accessible care (same day scheduling, weekend appointments, bilingual staff) and works in communities throughout North Florida. It is also a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), meaning there’s an emphasis on continuity of care, relationships with patients, etc.
· Culture & Community: Many reviews say that PMG has a “friendly, compassionate, professional” environment. There is pride among the staff in giving back to the community.
Perks:
· Competitive Wages
· Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
· Professional Development Opportunities
· Employee Assistance Programs
· Company Paid Life Insurance
· 401k with 5% Match
· 11 Paid Holidays
· 20 Days PTO
· Recognition and Rewards
· Community Impact
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
1) Responsible for patient care
a) 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.
b) Maintain the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with up-to-date documentation of services provided.
c) Exhibit professionalism when greeting and escorting patients to X-Ray suite.
d) Perform basic radiology procedures.
e) Provide patients with digital X-Ray discs if indicated.
2) Responsible for inventory management
a) Maintain knowledge of inventory procedures and submit any order requests to the VP of Business Continuity & Client Relations and designated Clinical Care Coordinator.
b) Maintain X-Ray suite, and order and restock radiological supplies.
c) Maintain responsibility for the overall operation of the X-Ray suite.
d) Maintain orderly and professional work areas.
3) Responsible for administrative duties
a) Maintain X-Ray tracking logs.
b) Observe and follow OSHA standards and PMG Infection Control/Safety protocol.
c) Promptly fax orders to Doctor’s Imaging Group along with patient encounter form before releasing the patient from the clinic.
d) Assist the Clinical Care Coordinator, VP of Practice Management with data collection as necessary.
e) Assist with audits, administer and collect surveys, and follow up with red charts as directed by the Clinical Care Coordinator.
- f) Perform any other duty assigned by the Clinical Care Coordinator, VP of Practice Management and/or CEO to improve the efficiency of PMG.
4) Read and adhere to the Clinical Policy Manual.