Senior Bone Density Technician - Full Time, 40 hours - San Diego
Company: Kaiser
Location: Lemon Grove
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary: Under indirect supervision, operates dual energy
x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and/or other densitometry equipment in
order to perform scans of the lumbar spine, proximal femur and/or
forearm that measure the calcium content of bones and are utilized
by physicians to screen for, diagnose, manage and treat
osteoporosis and other metabolic diseases. Exercises technical
judgment in order to obtain a computerized image of the tested
area, bone density measurements and a computer-generated comparison
of the patients measurements with normal age-specific measurements.
Under direct supervision, provides functional direction to assigned
staff to include: Coordinate work flow and assign priorities,
assign staff as directed, train and orient assigned staff, respond
to questions of assigned employees and provide recommendations to
supervisor regarding departmental procedures and equipment.
Essential Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and
Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state,
federal and local laws. Is responsive 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, medical
service area and Diagnostic Imaging Department 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. Maintains equipment, supplies and
work area in accordance with department guidelines. Essential
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities: Maintains patient information
and test files/data bases. Interviews patients to confirm/obtain
history, assesses patient history versus ordered scan. Explains
scan procedures to patient. Prepares bone densitometry equipment
for tests including the archiving of pre- and post-test data.
Performs bone densitometry testing as per orders/requisition and
standard protocols. Properly positions patient for scanning.
Analyzes/reviews completed scans for requisite information and body
areas as per protocol. Prints out data reports and provides bone
densitometry scan/patient record to authorized recipients. Enters
clinical data into computerized data bases. May provide weekly,
monthly regular reports/summaries of tests performed. Complies with
all continuing education requirements. May perform other related
duties as requested/required. Basic Qualifications: Experience -
Successful completion of an on-the-job or formal education/training
program in bone densitometry required as a pre-requisite to the
limited license exam in bone densitometry offered by the State of
California. Education - Successful completion of an on-the-job or
formal education/training program in bone densitometry required as
a pre-requisite to the limited license exam in bone densitometry
offered by the State of California, Radiologic Health Branch.
License, Certification, Registration - Bone Densitometry
Technologist Permit (California) - Basic Life Support within three
(3) months of hire Preferred Qualifications: - Two (2) years of
clinical experience as a Bone Density Analysis Tech working in a
high-volume practice with experience of working with Lunar Hologic
Bone Density machines, RIS and iSite. Notes: - This is a full-time
Senior DEXA position. - Current hours are Monday through Friday,
8:00 am - 4:30 pm at Otay Mesa MOB. - Shifts, hours, and/or
locations may vary based on operational need. PrimaryLocation :
California,San Diego,Otay Mesa Medical Offices HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
WorkingHoursStart : 08:00 AM WorkingHoursEnd : 04:30 PM Job
Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B09-OPEIU-Local 30 Job Level :
Individual Contributor Job Category : Imaging & Radiology
Department : Otay-Mesa Outpatient Med Cntr - X-ray-Day - 0806
Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal
opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive
workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),
age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental
status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status,
genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of
diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.--s-p-m1--
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