What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bone Density Technologist, Riverside (Full-time, 40 Hours, Day Shift) position at Kaiser Permanente?
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
Qualifications:
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.
Salary : $29 - $32