Bone Density Technician

EvergreenHealth•Kirkland, WA

6d•$25 - $43

About The Position

Primary Duties: 1. Sets, adjusts, and controls a variety of electronic equipment to apply low levels of ionizing radiation for radiographic Bone Density examinations. 2. Analyzes patient's general body size, physical condition, and age to accurately apply Bone Density procedure. 3. Measures and selects proper electronics and technical factors to provide a diagnostic Bone Density Scan. 4. Always maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality. Constantly aware of patient's dignity. 5. Performs designated review of patient’s chart ensuring all necessary documents are present and correct (i.e.: orders and outside imaging). 6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or completed DEXA specific course.
Certification by International Society for Clinical Densitometry (Certified Bone Densitometry Technologist – CBDT) or able to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
Healthcare experience and/or patient care background
Knowledge of medical terminology
Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire

Nice To Haves

Bone Density experience
Epic experience
Registered with the State of Washington as an X-ray Technician.
Certification by International Society for Clinical Densitometry (Certified Bone Densitometry Technologist – CBDT)

Responsibilities

Sets, adjusts, and controls a variety of electronic equipment to apply low levels of ionizing radiation for radiographic Bone Density examinations.
Analyzes patient's general body size, physical condition, and age to accurately apply Bone Density procedure.
Measures and selects proper electronics and technical factors to provide a diagnostic Bone Density Scan.
Always maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality. Constantly aware of patient's dignity.
Performs designated review of patient’s chart ensuring all necessary documents are present and correct (i.e.: orders and outside imaging).
Performs other duties as assigned.