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Bone Densitometry Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Bone densitometry certification can be via American Registry Radiologic Technologists or International Society for Clinical Densitometry. CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that ...

Lead Mammographer

Hanover, PA · On-site

$36.99 - $51.73/hr

Bone densitometry certification can be via American Registry Radiologic Technologists or International Society for Clinical Densitometry. CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that ...

CT Technologist - PRN

Decatur, IL · On-site

$35 - $35.50/hr

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Participate in CT and Bone Densitometry exams to maintain competency and ensure quality of care during operating hours. * Monitor patients, reviews exams, reconstructs images, and ensures exams are ...

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What is bone densitometry?

A Bone Densitometry job involves performing specialized imaging procedures to measure bone mineral density, typically using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) scans. These professionals assess patients for osteoporosis and fracture risk, working in hospitals, clinics, or imaging centers. They ensure accurate scan results, maintain equipment, and assist physicians in diagnosing bone health conditions. Strong knowledge of radiology, patient care, and safety protocols is essential.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in bone densitometry?

A typical day in Bone Densitometry involves preparing and positioning patients for DEXA scans, operating specialized imaging equipment, and ensuring the accurate collection of bone density data. You will interact frequently with patients of all ages, explaining procedures and addressing their questions or concerns to ensure comfort. In addition to scanning, you may assist with patient record management and collaborate with physicians to review imaging results. It's a role that balances technical know-how with direct patient care, often within hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic imaging centers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in bone densitometry?

To excel in Bone Densitometry, you need a solid understanding of human anatomy, radiation safety, and imaging procedures, typically backed by an associate's degree in radiologic technology and appropriate state licensure or ARRT certification. Competence in operating dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scanners and using electronic health record systems is required. Strong attention to detail, clear communication, and compassion for patient care help set you apart in this role. These abilities are crucial for delivering accurate bone density measurements, ensuring patient comfort, and supporting effective diagnosis and treatment planning.

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Mammography Technologist -Women's Imaging Center - PRN

WellSpan Health

Lewisburg, PA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


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Job description


PRN (As Needed)
Shift: Days (8am-430pm)
General Summary
Performs routine screening mammography procedures and at least one other modality such as x-ray, EKG or bone densitometry according to established practices and procedures.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
  • Performs screen mammography studies and at least one other modality such as x-ray, EKG or bone densitometry. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns.
  • Under the direction of a Team Leader, is responsible for training other technicians/technologists.
  • Maintains department quality assurance program.
  • Positions patients safely and comfortably and explains basic procedure.
  • Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department.
  • Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.
  • Performs the duties of Radiographer as needed.

Common Expectations:
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
  • Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
  • Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
  • Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, and workshops.
  • Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
  • Supervises, assists and evaluates students in the clinical education setting.
  • Requests and orders supplies, as necessary, to keep materials on hand at all times.
  • Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas and/or patient rooms.

Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:
  • 2 years Relevant experience. Required

Licenses:
  • Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
  • Registered Technologist-Mammography - ARRT Upon Hire Required and
  • Registered Radiologist Assistant - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Bone Densitometry - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Breast Sonography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Cardiac Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Computed Tomography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Nuclear Medicine Technologist - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Quality Management - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Radiation Therapy - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Radiography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Sonography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Vascular Interventional Radiology - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist-Vascular Sonography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or

Courses and Training:
  • Accredited program in radiologic technology and training in mammography procedures. Upon Hire Required and
  • If required to perform bone densitometry exams, ISCD CBDT certification. Upon Hire Required

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