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.
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