Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Bone Density

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • Little Rock, AR

4d • 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): 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 Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Diagnostic Radiology Technologist 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.

Requirements

• Associates - Graduate of an approved Radiology program
• Registered or eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Licensed by the State of Arkansas in Radiology Technology

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Prior experience performing Bone Densitometry
• Bone Densitometry Technologist Certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for quality control testing and correspondence related to laboratory functions.
• Proficient at gathering all pertinent patient clinical history for the 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 scans to meet clinical needs.
• 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree