Bone Density Analysis Technician, On-Call, San Diego, CA

Under indirect supervision, operates dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and/or other densitometry equipment in order 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. Exercises technical judgment in order to obtain a computerized image of the tested area, bone density measurements, and a computer-generated comparison of the patient's measurements with normal age-specific measurements.

Essential Functions:

- Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
- Is responsive to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image for the organization.
- Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
- Utilizes proper body mechanics.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served. 
- Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
- Observes all organizational, regional, medical service area and Diagnostic Imaging Department policies and procedures.
- Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
- Utilizes effective communication skills.
- Exhibits professional conduct in all interactions with patients and staff.
- Meets productivity norms established by the department.
- Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
- Maintains patient information and test files/data bases
- Interviews patients to confirm/obtain history, assesses patient history versus ordered scan.
- Explains scan procedures to patient.
- Prepares bone densitometry equipment for tests including the archiving of pre and post-test data.
- Performs bone densitometry testing as per orders/requisition and standard protocols.
- Properly positions patient for scanning.
- Analyzes/reviews completed scans for requisite information and body areas as per protocol.
- Prints out data reports and provides bone densitometry scan/patient record to authorized recipients.
- Enters clinical data into computerized data base(s).
- May provide weekly, monthly regular reports/summaries of tests performed.
- Complies with all continuing education requirements.
- May perform other related duties as requested/required.