Bone Density Technician - OBGYN Associates
Bone Density Technician - OBGYN Associates
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Job Description
Bone Density Technician operates dual energy xray absorptiometry (DXA) 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.
This is a parttime (0.5) position working variable hours Monday through Thursday out of Maternal Fetal Consultants in Edina.
OBGYN Associates is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (iHealth) a group of local medical practices owned and led by its physicians on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.
Essential Functions:
- Performs bone density scans
- Coordinates patient clinical history with procedure documents information provides instructions to patient during treatment.
- Positions immobilizes and determines accurate technique exposure for patient during examination.
- Follows manufacturer protocol for operation of densitometry equipment to assure safe environment for procedures. Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patients self and others.
- Assumes responsibility of physical and psychological needs of patients during scanning.
- Assists in maintaining records and patients chart by documenting patients treatment and response respecting confidentiality and established policy.
- Responsible for maintaining equipment and reports machinery malfunction.
- Gives input for equipment purchase and supply decisions.
- Participate in departments quality assessment and improvement plan.
- Assists in promotion and marketing of the bone densitometry program.
- Applies knowledge of radiation protection emergency protocols and procedures and proper equipment utilization to maximize safety in the work environment.
- Exercises technical judgment in order to obtain a computerized image of the tested area bone density measurements and a computergenerated comparison of the patients measurements with normal agespecific measurements.
- Accurately documents completed studies and prepares digital images to be exported in the EMR system.
- Prepares cleans and stocks work area with supplies.
- Assists with rooming function when not working xray to include comprehensive intake and vitals.
- Willing to take a phlebotomy course to assist clinic teams in collecting blood samples and order laboratory testing.
- Any and all other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Graduate of a certified Xray Technician/Operator Program.
- Must be certified by the State of MN as aa Medical XRay Operator and passed the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or a registered bone density Xray operator who passed the MN State Bone Density exam.
- Must demonstrate strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology radiographic positioning and proper application of radiographic principles.
- Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards and standards when working with xray equipment.
- Experience with electronic medical records/HER and charting.
- Excellent customer services skills and ability to work efficiently with busy physician schedules.
Benefits & Compensation:
- Actual starting pay will vary based on education skills and experience.
- We offer a comprehensive Medical Dental & Vision Plan Maternity Bundle 401K with Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement Gym & Car Rental Discounts to learn more clickhere.
Essential Requirements:
Ability to:
- Comply with company policies procedures practices and business ethics guidelines.
- Complete job required training.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g. HIPAA Stark OSHA employment laws etc.)
- Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
- Work in clinic during business hours
- Travel independently throughout the clinic office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending lifting standing stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
- Work at an efficient and productive pace handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
- Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner
- Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations
- Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems establish facts and draw valid conclusions
- Understand and execute a variety of instructions
- Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Travel to other work locations if required
Performance Expectations iHealths Core Values:
- Integrity Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say
- Service Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience
- Quality Act with high purpose committed effort and skillful execution to exceed expectations
- Innovation Identify progressive solutions that improve service teamwork efficiency and/or effectiveness
- Teamwork Be a part of the whole; support each other positively
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work independently at least 90% of the time.
- Frequent lift up to 35 lbs. occasional lift up to 50 lbs.
- Push/pull occasionally up to 50 lbs. or persons in wheelchairs weighing up to 300 lbs.
- Frequent patient positioning including bending stooping squatting twisting & reaching.
Environmental Conditions:
- Clinic Setting
Notes:
- Infinite Health Collaborative (iHealth) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
- We participate in the federal EVerify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the EVerify program please click here: position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
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