DEXA Technologist (Temporary)
About The Position
As a DEXA Technologist, you will perform high-quality DEXA (bone density) and diagnostic radiographic services—limited to chest, extremities, skull, and torso-skeletal—within the legal scope of your licensure. You will monitor patients during exams, evaluate images for technical quality, respond to physician questions, and use equipment controls and adjustments to produce high-quality images and scans. The role also requires protecting patient property and health information, safeguarding on-site medications and financial information, and treating company property responsibly. You will interact professionally and sensitively with patients, families, the public, and coworkers, respecting patient boundaries and cultural sensitivities while maintaining cooperative working relationships. This is a temporary position in a team-focused clinical environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- BLS certification.
- Experience working in a high-volume setting.
- State license and/or ARRT certification may be required depending on state regulations.
- Passion for patient care, sound judgment, and the ability to remain professional in all situations.
- Effective professional communication and interpersonal skills, with respect for patients, guests, and colleagues.
- Structured work approach, ability to understand complex problems, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of competency.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality DEXA (bone density) and diagnostic radiographic services, limited to chest, extremities, skull, and torso-skeletal, within the legal scope of licensure.
- Monitor patients’ well-being during exams, recognize discomfort or medical problems, and take appropriate action.
- Evaluate radiographs and/or DEXA scans for technical quality.
- Respond to physician questions regarding exams.
- Adjust equipment settings and factors, including scales, field of view, gain, voltage, and amps, to produce high-quality images and scans.
- Safeguard patient property and Patient Health Information.
- Safeguard on-site medications in accordance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Respect company property, including cash and patient financial information on site or on patient portals.
- Maintain professional behavior toward patients and coworkers and respond to others’ needs.
- Respect patient boundaries and cultural sensitivities during interactions.
- Interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, families, and the public in a clinical setting.
- Establish, nurture, and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Ensure team members are safeguarding patient property and Patient Health Information.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Health Savings Accounts with employer funding.
- Wellness dollars.
- 401(k) employer match.
- Free services at imaging centers for the employee and immediate family.
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Education Level
High school or GED
