Bone Density Technologist

Kaiser Permanente; Riverside, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Riverside, CA seeks a Bone Densitometry Technologist to operate DEXA equipment and produce high-quality bone density images for diagnosis. Under supervision, you will interview patients, position them appropriately, document results, and maintain accurate records in our databases.

The role emphasizes patient care, safety, and adherence to imaging protocols. Preferred candidates have 1–2 years of DEXA experience and possess a California Bone Densitometry Technologist Permit,

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a formal limited x-ray training program in Bone Densitometry (DEXA).
• Bone Densitometry Technologist Permit (California)
• 1-2 years of recent experience in DEXA within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient information and test files/data bases.
• Interviews patients to confirm/obtain necessary history.
• Explains radiographic procedures to patient.
• Operates radiographic equipment and performs imaging tests as defined in the scope of certification.
• Performs bone densitometry testing per orders and standard protocols, including archiving data.
• Positions patient for imaging and/or scanning.
• Reviews completed scans for requisite information and anatomical areas of interest.
• Prints data reports and provides bone densitometry records to authorized recipients.
• Enters clinical data into computerized databases.
• Provides weekly/monthly test reports and summaries.
• Complies with continuing education requirements.
• Maintains systems for patient test results and follow-up.
• Maintains professional behavior toward patients and coworkers.
• Considers cultural diversity and lifestyle differences in patient care.
• Uses proper body mechanics and understands patient maturation in service delivery.
• Documents clinical activities timely and accurately.
• Observes organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintains standards of professional conduct.
• Uses effective communication skills.
• Exhibits professional conduct with patients and staff.
• Meets productivity norms established by the department.
• May perform other duties as required.

Education

Formal limited x-ray training program in Bone Densitometry (DEXA)

Job description

Job Summary:

Under indirect supervision, operates radiographic equipment to produce radiographs of structures in the human body that are utilized by physicians for the diagnosis of disease processes, and/or pathology. Utilizes technical judgment and skills to ensure that produced radiographs are of the highest diagnostic quality and demonstrate the area(s) of interest.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maintains patient information and test files/data bases
• Interviews patients to confirm/obtain necessary history
• Explains radiographic procedures to patient
• Operates radiographic equipment, and, performs for imaging tests as stipulated in the work assignment as defined in the scope of certification
• Where applicable, performs bone densitometry testing as per orders/requisition and standard protocols including the archiving of pre-and post-test data where applicable
• Properly positions patient for imaging and/or scanning
• Reviews completed scans for requisite information and anatomical areas of interest as per imaging protocol
• Prints out data reports and provides bone densitometry scan/patient record to authorized recipients as required
• Enters clinical data into computerized data base(s)
• Provide as needed weekly, monthly regular reports/summaries of tests performed
• Complies with all continuing education requirements
• Establishes and maintains systems for patient test results and follow-up.
• Responds to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image for the organization.
• Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
• Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
• Observes all organizational, regional, and medical service area policies and procedures.
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
• Utilizes effective communication skills.
• Exhibits professional conduct in all interactions with patients and staff.
• Meets productivity norms established by the department.
• May perform other related duties as requested/required

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• See other requirements.

Education

• Successful completion of a formal limited x-ray training program in Bone Densitometry (DEXA).

License, Certification, Registration

• Bone Densitometry Technologist Permit (California)

Additional Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of recent experience in DEXA within the last 5 years.