General X-Ray Machine Operator

Cleveland Clinic•Akron, OH

26d•$19 - $19

About The Position

Performs standard diagnostic radiologic procedures to include Chest, Abdomen, Spine, Extremities and skull within the practitioner's scope of practice.

Requirements

Completion of 12 classroom hours of instruction in accordance with the requirements of the particular State approved facility attended.
Appropriate clinical training of at least 8 hours with proven competency for the clinical site in area (s) of practice (e.g., Chest, Abdominal, Spine, Extremities, and Skull x-rays).
Current State Licensure as a General X-Ray Machine Operator (GXMO).
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Must be able to assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Nice To Haves

One year of General X-Ray Machine Operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs standard diagnostic radiologic procedures to include Chest, Abdomen, Spine, Extremities and skull within the practitioner's scope of practice.
Ability to operate Computerized and Digital Radiographic equipment.
Performs patient exams quickly and efficiently to maximize productivity, patient flow and throughput.
Understands the mechanics and technical components of each x-ray resource within the scope of practice.
Keeps resources inventories properly so that all supplies and equipment are on hand.
Understands the computer systems used in the department (i.e. Radiology Information Systems, CCF orders systems, CCF scheduling systems).
Ability to function in other capacities of the Radiology Department Provides patient care and assistance.
Assists the patients to provide them comfort throughout the visit.
Reports problems immediately to the Supervisor.
Assists in maintaining the flow of patients in and out of the department.
Establishes and maintains friendly and cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work.
Other duties as assigned.