Bone Density Technician, DEXA Radiology Technologist

Sutter Health•San Mateo, CA

8d•$46 - $93•Onsite

About The Position

Follows clearly defined bone density radiographic procedures to deliver high quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED
Graduation from a California State accredited educational program in Limited Permit Bone Densitometry
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
RHB-Radiology Bone Densitometry Limited Permit (DEXA) OR CRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist (from state where work is being performed)
General knowledge of diagnostic bone density radio-graphic principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of radiology equipment.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Solid written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Good time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
Work under close supervision or within clearly defined procedures to complete assignments within established time-frames.
Use existing procedures to identify and solve routine or standard problems.
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program provided prior to start date
ARRT-American Register of Radiologic Technologist and evidence of application for CRT/DRT provided prior to start date OR CRT/DRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist (from state where work is being performed) provided prior to start date
ARRT-American Register of Radiologic Technologist provided prior to start date
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire
General knowledge of diagnostic radiology principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
RHF-Radiology Fluoroscopy within 180 Days of hire if required at the affiliate

Responsibilities

Follows clearly defined bone density radiographic procedures to deliver high quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease.
Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
Performs routine bone density radio-graphic examinations.
Explains sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Prioritizes assignments and works within standardized policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Ensures the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Builds collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Performs routine radiographic examinations.
Works independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identifies, evaluates and resolves standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.