Dexa Scanner Technician

Warren Clinic, Inc.; Bixby (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Warren Clinic, Inc. in Tulsa, OK, operates the DEXA program and seeks a radiology technologist to perform body densitometry scans using an IDEXA scanner. The role requires patient positioning, image acquisition, and adherence to radiation safety protocols.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED, with preferred certification in clinical densitometry. Relevant experience ranges from 0 to 6 months, with the ability to learn quickly and work independently.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Certification by the International Society for Clinical Densitometry.
• 0–6 months related radiology experience.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently.
• Knowledge of IDEXA imaging and film/screen techniques.

Responsibilities

• Position patient and adjust exposure factors to obtain body region images.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety.
• Perform quality control checks and report malfunctions.
• Enter final reports and maintain EMR records.
• Maintain radiology supplies and film libraries.
• Check-in patients and digitize films from other Warren Clinic offices.

Skills

IDEXA operation

Radiology procedures

Basic keyboarding

Anatomy knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IDEXA systems

Job description

Current Saint Francis Employees - Please click HERE to login and apply.This position is ECB status – requires a minimum number of worked hours per month as needed by the department; limited benefit offerings.DaysJob Summary: Operates IDEXA scanner of the body for routine scans.Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED.Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Certified by International Society for Clinical Densitometry preferred.Work Experience: 0 - 6 months related experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to learn quickly and work independently. Ability to utilize basic keyboarding skills. Working knowledge of IDEXA machines. Working knowledge of film screen exposure techniques and protocols. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Maintains IDEXA radiology procedure area according to established protocols. Positions patient on exam table for appropriate view, places immobilization devices, adjusts exposure factors to obtain images of specified area of body as requested by physician. Explains procedures to allow for understanding, cooperation, and to reduce anxiety of patient. Practices radiation protection technique by using beam restrictive devices; patient shielding skills to minimize radiation to the patient and staff. Obtains acceptable radiographic images using appropriate IDEXA computed radiology and/or film/screen techniques according to set Quality Control standards. Performs Quality Control checks to ensure proper operating status and reports malfunctions pursuant to established protocols. Obtains appropriate signature from interpreting physician. Completes the electronic medical record information associated with clinical bone densitometry. Enters final report into electronic medical record for ordering physician review in a timely manner. Maintains radiographic film library according to established protocols including the retrieval of films as requested. Documents and distributes patient test/film results to physicians in a timely manner. Check-in process for patients with imaging or orders. Completes digitizing of films received from other Warren Clinic offices on a daily basis. Completes and documents the radiology call report and STAT report process. Maintains and orders stock of necessary radiologic supplies as needed. Maintains exemplary patient satisfaction and participates as an engaged team member.Decision Making: Independent judgment in making minor decisions where alternatives are limited and standard policies/protocols have been established.Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above.Special Job Dimensions: None.Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.Dexa Program - Warren ClinicLocation:Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.EOE Protected Veterans/Disability