University of Rochester · 2 months ago
Dexa Scanner
The University of Rochester is committed to a culture of inclusion and excellence. The Dexa Scanner role involves producing high-quality DEXA scans, ensuring compliance with orders, and providing accurate analysis of scan data while interacting with healthcare providers.
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Responsibilities
Produces high quality DEXA scans by conducting scans in a safe and efficient manner
Independently performs DEXA (dual x-ray absorptiometry) scans on clinical and/or research patients as per MD order
Verifies and follows referring providers' orders while remaining in compliance with departmental policies
Provides accurate analysis of DEXA scan data and forwards such data to supervising MD office
Scans data into web-based computer system
Interacts with both internal and external physician/providers offices as needed
Possesses a sound understanding of human anatomy as well as x-ray positioning and the use of immobilization devices when warranted
Prepares room and patient per MD order, properly sets up equipment, and positions patients
Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider
Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure
Collects patient history prior to completing DEXA scan
Produces a diagnostic, high quality scan for interpretation
Reviews the DEXA scan for accuracy and reports results/issues to supervising MD’s office
Operates and maintains equipment to conduct test for DEXA, including daily QA calibration
Initiates service requests for any DEXA scanner issues
Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices such as ARJO lift, transfer boards, hover mats
Completes all necessary insurance verification prior to scan and bills for scans accurately
Interacts with internal and external providers/physicians
May participate in clinical trials research, as needed
May assist with training of staff, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology required
Maintains current NYS licensure required
Produces high quality DEXA scans by conducting scans in a safe and efficient manner
Independently performs DEXA (dual x-ray absorptiometry) scans on clinical and/or research patients as per MD order
Verifies and follows referring providers' orders while remaining in compliance with departmental policies
Provides accurate analysis of DEXA scan data and forwards such data to supervising MD office
Scans data into web-based computer system
Interacts with both internal and external physician/providers offices as needed
Possesses a sound understanding of human anatomy as well as x-ray positioning and the use of immobilization devices when warranted
Prepares room and patient per MD order, properly sets up equipment, and positions patients
Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider
Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure
Collects patient history prior to completing DEXA scan
Produces a diagnostic, high quality scan for interpretation
Reviews the DEXA scan for accuracy and reports results/issues to supervising MD's office
Operates and maintains equipment to conduct test for DEXA, including daily QA calibration
Initiates service requests for any DEXA scanner issues
Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices such as ARJO lift, transfer boards, hover mats
Completes all necessary insurance verification prior to scan and bills for scans accurately
Interacts with internal and external providers/physicians
May participate in clinical trials research, as needed
May assist with training of staff, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Preferred
ISCD or CBDT certification upon hire preferred
Company
University of Rochester
The University of Rochester is a private research university located in Rochester, New York.
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$20.43MKey Investors
National Science FoundationUnitedHealthcareSociety to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine
2023-09-25Grant· $18M
2023-07-26Grant· $0.07M
2022-09-20Grant· $0.05M
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