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Bone Densitometry Technician Checklist

GENERAL SKILLS EXPERIENCE

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Advanced directives
Charge or Supervisor experience
National Patient Safety Goals/Core Measures
Awareness of HCAHPS
Accurate Patient Identification
Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy
Use proper body mechanics
Use of transfer/lifting Devices
Infection Control
Universal Precautions
Isolation Precautions
Minimize fall risks
Crash Cart
Defibrillator
Care of patient in Restraints
Obtain Vital Signs
Patient/Family education
Ensures HIPAA compliance
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Assesses patient risk for allergic reaction to contrast media prior to administration
Adheres to radiation safety rules and standards
Review patient medical record/ history
Review abnormal or missing lab values
Clean equipment between patients
Prepare and set up patient rooms
Daily archiving of DXA scans
Obtain height and weight measurements
Perform quality control scans and data analysis before patient scanning.
Assist with bone mineral measurement equipment
Ensure proper patient positioning
Demonstrate proper alignment for procedure
Ensure patient stability post procedure prior to mobilization
Perform monitoring of radiofrequency during treatment
Ensure prompt submission of high-quality images *quality, correct lead markers, and patient data
EMR EXPERIENCE

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
PACS
Epic Computerized charting
Cerner
Meditech
McKesson
Other computerized charting platform
WORK SETTING

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Acute Hospital
Outpatient
Small Facility
Large/Regional Teaching Facility
Clinic setting
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE/REGISTRATIONS

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1(Yes) or 2(No): 1) Yes 2) No *
BLS
ACLS
PALS
ARRT
Fluoroscopy License
AGE-SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Newborn / neonate (birth-30 days)
Infant (31 days-1 year)
Toddler (ages 2-3 years)
Preschool (ages 4-5 years)
School age (ages 6-12 years)
Adolescent (ages 13-21 years)
Young adult (ages 22-39 years)
Adult (ages 40-64 years)
Older adult (ages 65-79 years)
Older adult (ages 65-79 years)
AGE-SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Elderly (ages 80+ years)