What are the responsibilities and job description for the DEXA Tech - Carol Milgard Breast Center position at Carol Milgard Breast Center?
Job Summary:
The DXA Technician is responsible for completing bone densitometry exams according to prescribed exam protocols and exam durations, processing bone density study measurements using computer generated methods, and proper use of electronic medical record with patient chart documentation. Positions patient on examining table, sets up and adjusts equipment to view specific body area as requested by physician. Performs procedures using bone density x-ray equipment and coordinating patient care for bone density services, under supervision of physician. Work situations are a variety of clinical and clerical functions, which requires knowledge and integration of available standards, resources, and data; discretion; good judgment; diplomacy; decision-making; and a customer service attitude. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within an imaging center. Relies on limited judgment and experience to plan and accomplish goals.
Pay and Benefits:
Pay: $22.70 - $29.74 per hour based on relevant experience, skills, and abilities.
Benefits Perks:
- Prioritize your work / life balance - No on-call or overnight shifts!
- Shift differentials for any hours worked after 6PM or on the weekends
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- Available HSA and FSA options
- Mental health and wellness benefits through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Basic life insurance, and long term disability coverage
- Robust 401K package: Automatic 3% employer contribution on day one up to 3% employer match
- Accrue up to 17 days of PTO per year for all eligible new employees
- Generous PTO rollover PTO cash out opportunities
- 9 paid holidays
- Annual, automatic compensation growth path
- Profit sharing
- Continuing education reimbursement by position
- Options for Legal / ID Protection, and more
Location: Carol Milgard Breast Center - Tacoma, WA
Schedule: 1.0 FTE - 40 hours: Tuesday - Friday
Our Mission
To provide sustainable breast health services to all women in our community in a caring environment that fosters confidence, comfort, peace and dignity for each individual.
In addition to providing excellent care, the mission of the Carol Milgard Breast Center is to provide sustainable breast health services to all women in our community in a caring environment that fosters confidence, comfort, peace and dignity for each individual. As a non-profit organization, we provide financial assistance to eligible patients so everyone can access essential mammography services, regardless of their financial circumstances.
To ensure that all women have better access to potentially life-saving mammography services, we look for support from individuals and community partners to help us fund outreach efforts and screening mammograms. You can make a difference by providing the financial support to help pay for mammograms and other breast imaging services for women in less fortunate circumstances.
Our Vision
Our vision at Carol Milgard Breast Center is to instill a sense of patient confidence through superior patient-centered care and to be characterized as:
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The facility of choice for community providers to obtain accurate and timely diagnosis of breast disease for patients
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The facility of choice to attract and retain highly dedicated, highly specialized radiologists, technologists and staff
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A gathering place for multi-disciplinary medical teams to discuss every facet of breast diagnosis and treatment
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A community resource for education and outreach
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A model for effective and efficient use of philanthropic resources
Learn more about us at the Carol Milgard Breast Center by touring our website - https://www.carolmilgardbreastcenter.org/
Essential Job Functions:
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Provides patient care in accordance with the mission statement of TRA Medical Imaging
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Centers: “Your Community of Excellence”.
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Prepares the patient for a DXA (Dual X-ray Absorptometry) exam with clear instructions and a thorough explanation of the procedure.
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Obtains a thorough patient history as it relates to the exam to be completed.
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The DXA Technician must be able to closely follow provider instructions, prepare the DXA equipment, position patients correctly and accurately capture the diagnostic image.
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Must have knowledge of Bone Density Analysis.
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Periodically performs precision testing to monitor ongoing precision of measurements.
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Able to complete examination in a timely manner.
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Completes Modality Worksheet with accurate information for the Radiologist.
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Maintains high standards regarding the accurate recording of patient information.
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Utilizes accurate written and oral communications with patients, physicians, co-workers and supervisors.
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Utilizes exemplary customer service skills with patient and family members.
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Performs necessary computer functions associated with patient exam. Includes the Radiology Information System and PACS.
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Completes patient chart documentation within patient's electronic medical record, according to Protocols.
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Keeps work area and patient exam areas neat and stocked with appropriate supplies.
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Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
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Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences.
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Cooperates and maintains good rapport with co-workers to ensure proper patient care and efficient workflow.
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Able to use good body mechanics to avoid injury to oneself and the patient.
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Able to travel to other TRA offices as needed.
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Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
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Check work email daily.
Qualifications:
Education/Work Experience
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High school diploma or GED required
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Minimum 1 year of recent, related experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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Valid Washington State Technician certification
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Medical Terminology certification preferred
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Current BLS certification required
Job Knowledge/Skills
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Have strong knowledge of RIS, Replica, and PACS systems.
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Have general knowledge of radiology procedures.
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Maintains high standards regarding the accurate recording of patient information.
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Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences.
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Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills.
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Requires effective oral and written skills.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectively.
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Communicate professionally with other medical facilities, patients, and customers.
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Practices in accordance with ethical, legal and organizational, framework. Maintains patient confidentiality, respects cultural, economic, ethnic and lifestyle differences of patients, visitors and staff
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Ability to work independently and take initiative
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Ability to set priorities and use good judgment
Salary : $23 - $30
