Limited X-Ray Machine Operator (LXMO)

Sanford Health • Rapid City, SD

17d • $23 - $36

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Our Radiology Department is a tight-knit, family-oriented team dedicated to excellence in patient care and professional growth. We pride ourselves on strong communication, collaboration, and shared goals that foster both personal and departmental success. In our supportive environment, every team member is valued, empowered, and encouraged to contribute to our mission of providing high-quality, compassionate imaging services. Summary Performs diagnostic x-ray procedures on selected anatomical sites within a limited scope. Job Description Prepare patients for exams and explain procedures to them. Follow strict guidelines about usage of radiographic equipment. Limited x-ray machine operators must have excellent communication skills in order to elicit patient data and explain radiologic procedures. Must be mentally prepared to work with critically ill patients and trustworthy enough to maintain patient privacy. Limited x-ray machine operators also must be proficient at record keeping.

Requirements

• Vocational training required.
• If working in North Dakota (ND), completion of a structured academic program recognized by the ND Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy.
• Limited X-Ray Machine Operator certification.
• If working in ND and performing medical imaging procedures, licensed with the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.
• Conditional license through the NDMIRT is required prior to performing imaging.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic x-ray procedures on selected anatomical sites within a limited scope.
• Prepare patients for exams and explain procedures to them.
• Follow strict guidelines about usage of radiographic equipment.
• Elicit patient data and explain radiologic procedures.
• Maintain patient privacy.
• Proficient at record keeping.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees