Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Dexa Technician

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeWillits, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

High school education, GED, or equivalent is required.
A current California Limited Permit-Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) license is required.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required.
All required vaccinations are required as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Applicants must satisfy applicable employment authorization verification through E-Verify.

Responsibilities

Perform radiographic exams limited to Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA).
Prepare patients for exams and explain procedures to them.
Follow strict guidelines for the use of radiographic equipment.
Coordinate modality workflow by matching requisitions with accompanying paperwork and notifying the technologist.
Prepare and maintain imaging dressing rooms for cleanliness and neatness.
Review and proofread outpatient schedules and orders for technologists.
Contact providers by phone, fax, or email for corrected or amended orders.
Use the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) for exam record images and storage.
Use Meditech and PACS to serve the clinical needs of patients and the fiscal needs of the department.
Perform billing processes correctly and accurately.
Perform medical record activities for registration and procedure scheduling, database maintenance, and film library maintenance.
Assist patients courteously in person and by telephone.
Assist the radiologist and referring and visiting physicians with locating case files.
Prioritize multiple activities to maintain efficient workflow.
Maintain equipment, work area, and adequate supplies.
Copy films, burn exams to CDs, and retrieve reports when necessary.

Desired Qualifications

An associate's/technical degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience is preferred.
Two years of clerical experience in a medical or dental office setting is preferred.

Nestled in the "Gateway to the Redwoods", Adventist Health Howard Memorial takes pride in its legacy of providing exceptional, high-quality care since 1928. We are comprised of a state-of-the-art 74,000 square foot facility, with four surgery suites, an on-site farm-to-fork restaurant and 25 beautiful private rooms designed with healing and comfort in mind. We provide a wide-range of primary and specialty care services to best serve our community. Willits is home to excellent trails and nature areas for hikers, campers and bicyclists. Whether it is the climate, moderate cost of living or just the small-town atmosphere, it is a place where everyone receives a warm welcome and treated like family.

Job Summary:

Performs radiographic exams limited to Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA). Follows strict guidelines about the usage of radiographic equipment. Coordinates modality workflow by matching up requisition, accompanying paperwork and notifying technologist. Maintains responsibility for accurately and responsively performing routine assigned clinical tasks of limited complexity. Works under the supervision of more experienced staff.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
Two years' clerical experience in a medical or dental office setting: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

Current California Limited Permit-Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) license: Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

Performs radiographic exams limited to Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA). Prepares patients for exams and explains procedures to them. Follows strict guidelines about the usage of radiographic equipment. Coordinates modality workflow by matching up requisition, accompanying paperwork and notifying technologist. Consistently prepares and maintains imaging dressing rooms for cleanliness and neatness.
Reviews and proofreads outpatient schedules and orders for the Technologists. Contacts providers for corrected or amended orders via phone, fax or email.
Utilizes the Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) for exam record images & storage. Uses the Meditech and PACS to serve the clinical needs of the patient and fiscal needs of the Department. Performs billing processes correctly and accurately. Accurately performs medical record activities for registration and procedure scheduling, and database and film library maintenance.
Effectively and courteously assists patients both in person and by telephone. Assists Radiologist (and referring and visiting physicians) with locating case files. Prioritizes multiple activities to maintain efficient workflow.
Maintains equipment, work area, and adequate supplies. Copies films, burns exams to CDs, and pulls up reports when necessary.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Pay Range: The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $31.36. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

About the Company

Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Adventist Health is a faith-based nonprofit health system with more than 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care hospitals, primarily on the West Coast and in Hawaii. It provides a full range of health services—from primary and specialty care to hospital-based treatments and wellness programs—delivered across an integrated network of clinics, hospitals, and care facilities. Revenue comes from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and government programs, and earnings are reinvested back into communities to improve health outcomes and expand access to care. The organization differentiates itself through its nonprofit, faith-based model and by reinvesting earnings into community health, along with its broad, integrated network that covers preventive, primary, specialty, and acute care. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for the communities it serves and to expand access to high-quality care.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $210K
Headquarters: Roseville, CA
Founded: Not listed

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