Description

Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Technologist (DEXA Tech)

Center for Primary Care

Who we are:

For over 30 years the Center for Primary Care (CPC) has cared for families in the CSRA by providing patients with the most convenient, accessible, and personal healthcare available. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of the families we serve by providing compassionate and high-quality care in a joyful setting. The physicians, healthcare professionals, and support team at our 9 practices, plus laboratory, imaging, and corporate locations work to transform our mission into action.

What our employees say:

At Center for Primary Care, we understand that the work environment is as important as the hard work you do. Center for Primary Care is Great Place to Work Certified which means our employees share feedback on their work culture experiences and we listen and strive to create positive employee experiences centered on joy, trust, and belonging.

Learn more about CPC’s culture and Great Place to Work Certification by clicking on the link below: Working at Center for Primary Care | Great Place To Work®

Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Technologist (DEXA Tech)

Reporting to the Manager of Imaging, The Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Technologist (DEXA Tech) is responsible for conducting, documenting, and interpreting DEXA exams outcomes on patients for providers.

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Performs Dexa Scan to assist on the diagnosis of osteoporosis according to ARS guidelines.  Must show competency in patient positioning, scan analysis, artifact detection, and definition of T-Scores, Z-Scores and WHO criteria.           
• Maintains patient information and test files/data base.
• Explains scan procedures to patients.   
• Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner
• Observes all organizational and diagnostic policies and procedures.
• Meets productivity norms established by the imaging department.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
• Interviews patient to confirm/obtain history, assesses patient history versus ordered scan.
• Prints out data reports and provides bone densitometry scan/patient record to authorized recipient.
• Enters clinical date into computerized database.            
• Complies with all continuing education requirements.
• Knows and observes policies set by OSHA.
• Adheres to infection control guidelines.
• Promotes positive public relations to patients, visitors, families, physicians, and others.  Exhibits characteristics consistent with CPC values for quality, respect, teamwork, and pride.
• Always maintain patient confidentiality. Adheres to all HIPAA guidelines.
• Communicates effectively by telephone and to the patient at his/her level of understanding.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

All essential functions must be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Examples listed do not preclude the performance of other duties similar in nature or in level of complexity.

Requirements

Qualifications for Success:

Education, License/Certification, and Experience Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.  

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required:

RT license required.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical practice, hospital, or clinic setting. DEXA/Bone densitometry experience and certification preferred. Prior experience with Radiology or Orthopedic preferred.

•   Knowledge of general health care practices, office workflows, and medical terminology.

•   Ability to identify emergent medical situations.

•   Ability to effectively function in a fast-paced, time-sensitive work environment.

•   Strong working medical knowledge of the clinical needs and disease processes for the chronically ill population.

•   Excellent telephone, oral and written communication skills.

•   Ability to work autonomously and be directly accountable for assignments.

•   Strong computer skills, including Microsoft office and EMR experience.

•   Capable of managing several tasks simultaneously.

Additional Job Details:

Work Setting: On-site

Job Type: PRN

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Compensation: Market competitive base pay, commensurate with education and experience.

Summary

Center for Primary Care is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Center for Primary Care is a Drug-Free Workplace employer.