DEXA Scan Technologist: Bone Health & Research

Sansum Diabetes Research Institute; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Sansum Diabetes Research Institute seeks a DEXA Technologist to perform dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scans for bone density and body composition in a fast-paced outpatient/research setting. The role emphasizes accurate imaging, data collection, and patient education onsite in Santa Barbara, CA.

This contingent part-time position requires adherence to radiation safety, HIPAA, and study protocols, with duties spanning clinical care, research coordination, and administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program or bone densitometry training.
• Current California licensure, certification, permits, and registrations for radiologic or bone densitometry duties.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience with EMR systems.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for DEXA examinations by reviewing medical history and addressing questions.
• Obtain and document patient height, weight, demographics and clinical history.
• Position patients for accurate and reproducible scan results.
• Perform bone density and body composition scans per protocols.
• Monitor patients during procedures and respond to needs.
• Operate and maintain DEXA equipment per guidelines.
• Conduct daily quality control and calibration procedures.
• Verify image quality and complete preliminary review for accuracy.
• Document and upload scan results into EMR/research databases.
• Maintain radiation safety and infection prevention practices.
• Perform study-related DEXA assessments per approved protocols.
• Maintain accurate source documentation and data collection records.
• Coordinate with research staff regarding scheduling/protocols.
• Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and research procedures.

Skills

Patient service

Attention to detail

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiologic technology program graduate

California radiologic license/permits

CBDT/ISCD preferred

Tools

eClinicalWorks EMR

Lunar iDXA scanner

Job description

Sansum Diabetes Research Institute seeks a DEXA Technologist to perform dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scans for bone density and body composition in a fast-paced outpatient/research setting. The role emphasizes accurate imaging, data collection, and patient education onsite in Santa Barbara, CA.

This contingent part-time position requires adherence to radiation safety, HIPAA, and study protocols, with duties spanning clinical care, research coordination, and administrative tasks.