Bone Densitometry Technician - On Call

Kaiser Permanente; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco seeks a Bone Densitometry Technologist to operate bone densitometry equipment and produce high-quality images, supporting diagnostic imaging and patient care under supervision.

The role requires a California Bone Densitometry Technologist Permit and Basic Life Support, along with ~2 years of relevant experience in a high-volume imaging setting; training and quality assurance are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Two years of bone densitometry or high-volume imaging department experience.
• High School Diploma or GED with California bone densitometry training.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program or Kaiser Permanente program, or equivalent experience.
• Must hold Bone Densitometry Technologist Permit (California) and Basic Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Assists radiologists and/or technologists during procedures. Maintains the highest standard of patient care as specified in regional and local policies and procedures.
• Assembles supplies needed for examinations and transports patients as needed.
• Operates and records bone densitometry images of optimal diagnostic quality by set standards and procedures based upon individual patient needs.
• Completes scans re-analysis and distribution to referring physicians, outpatient records, and bone density files.
• Performs archiving, copying, and sending discs; maintains daily logs, patient schedules and related clerical duties.
• Understands the computer programs and required protocols for examinations.
• Maintains proper file room inventories and cleanliness of the bone density suite and imaging areas.
• Answers phones and explains department procedures when needed.
• Must be able to train new B.D.T. employees and students, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

California approved Bone Densitometry training

Medical Assisting Program or Kaiser Permanente program

Job description

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, operates bone densitometry equipment to produce quality images. Perform related technical functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assists radiologists and/or technologists during procedures. Maintains the highest standard of patient care as specified in regional and local policies and procedures.
• Assembles supplies needed for examinations and transports patients as needed.
• Operates and records bone densitometry images of optimal diagnostic quality by set standards and procedures based upon individual patient needs.
• Completes scans re-analysis and distribution to referring physicians, outpatient records, and bone density files.
• Performs procedures such as archiving, copying, and sending optical/floppy discs to other facilities as well as archiving database. Retrieves and delivers film jackets as needed. Uses computerized systems to maintain daily logs, patient schedules and performs any other related clerical duties as needed.
• Understands the computer programs and required protocols for examinations.
• Maintains proper file room inventories.
• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness and cleanliness of the bone density suite and other imaging areas assigned. Cleans technical and auxiliary equipment to ensure quality and hygiene for infection control purposes.
• Answers phones and explains department procedures when needed.
• Must be able to train new B.D.T. employees and students, as needed.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade 455

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Two (2) years experience.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must have completed a State of California approved course of training in Bone Densitometry.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program or an in-house Kaiser Permanente Medical Assisting program, or have at least two (2) years of experience assisting patients and physicians in a high-volume department.

License, Certification, Registration

• Bone Densitometry Technologist Permit (California)
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

• Must be fully proficient in Bone Densitometry to the full satisfaction of the department manager and have knowledge of the required protocols in performing Bone Densitometry procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• N/A