Diagnostic Radiology Technologist PRN - IMSL Bone Density

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only).

Requirements

• Associates - Graduate of an approved Radiology program
• Registered or eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
• Licensed by the State of Arkansas in Radiology Technology
• Bone Densitometry Technologist Certification within one year of hire.
• Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced registry in Bone Densitometry
• Previous Bone Densitometry experience
• Two years experience as a Radiologic Technologist

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs bone densitometry scans, analyzes data, and produces data reports consistent with the high quality standards expected by the organization and interpreting physicians.
• Performs bone densitometry scans in accordance with established ARRT, professional and departmental standards and procedures.
• Responsible for quality control testing and correspondence related to laboratory functions.
• Proficient at gathering all pertinent patient clinical history for interpreting physician.
• Accurately completes bone densitometry scans and analyzes each scan.
• Recognizes and marks all artifacts, surgical implants, foreign bodies, aortic calcifications etc.
• Recognize the limits of densitometry on obesity and other medical conditions.
• Understands why the physician may require reanalysis and can recognize and make the correct changes.
• Archives bone densitometry scans to the optical and CD.
• Recognize inaccurate exam data, software, and hardware failures.
• Manage DEXA patient schedule and accommodate emergent exams and add-ons.
• Ensure thoroughness and safety of study while setting the priority of clinical need.
• Uses physicians and other resources to determine how to tailor bone densitometry scanning to meet the clinical need.
• Review images for technical quality.
• Accurately prepares and types physician reports on the Bone densitometry template in EPIC.
• Complies with the written guidelines for completing Bone Densitometry reports.
• Attends required training and/or in-services.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in the orientation and/or training of new staff.
• Maintains required job skill competencies and completes skills assessment annually.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree