BONE DENSITOMETRY TECHNOLOGIST

Southwest Medical Imaging, LTD; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Southwest Medical Imaging, LTD in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Bone Densitometry Technologist to perform DEXA scans, position patients and ensure image quality per radiologist protocol.

You will protect patients and staff with proper radiation safety, document results, and support diagnostic evaluations. The role requires flexibility for locations and shifts.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Licensure or certification as MRTBE (CRT) and ARRT (R) with CPR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patient for Dexa procedures.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
• Moves imaging equipment following radiologist protocols to produce detailed images.
• Implements radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure.
• Processes images and ensures proper identification and quality.
• Maintains records, logs and reports of work performed.
• Performs routine maintenance and arranges repairs as needed.
• Flexible to work at multiple locations and across shifts.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

DEXA imaging

Patient positioning

Radiology safety

Quality control

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree (A.A.) in radiology or imaging technology

Licensure/Certification: MRTBE (CRT), ARRT (R), CPR

Job description

Southwest Medical Imaging is committed to providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services. Our mission is to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining the highest standards of excellence in the healthcare industry.

About the Role

The Bone Densitometry Technologist is responsible for performing high-quality DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scans to assess bone density and support diagnostic evaluations. This role involves preparing and positioning patients, operating imaging equipment according to radiologist protocols, and ensuring accurate image processing and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patient for Dexa procedures.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Moves imaging equipment into specific positions following the radiologist protocols and adjust equipment controls to produce images of proper detail, density and accuracy.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
• Demonstrates a commitment to “World Class Customer Service”.
• Prepares images for Dexa Quality Control, radiologist and requesting physicians.
• Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and arranges for repairs as needed.
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs and reports of work performed.
• Restores prior images and performs rate of change as needed per SMIL radiologist protocol.
• Must be flexible to work at multiple locations and varied shifts.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.

Required Skills

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Reacts well under pressure. Maintains confidentiality.
• Technical Skills - Demonstrate attention to detail, Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner. Strives to increase productivity. Works quickly. Makes timely decisions.
• Customer Service – Deals with difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Approaches others in a tactful manner; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit puts success of team above own interests. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Consistently at work and on time. Takes responsibility for own actions. Asks for and offers help when needed. Must be flexible to work at multiple locations, must be flexible to work varied shifts.

Preferred Skills

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: MRTBE (CRT), ARRT (R), CPR.

Pay range and compensation package

• Among the many benefits of a career with Southwest Medical Imaging, are the following:
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA-available if enrolled in a high-deductible plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (DCRA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP available if enrolled in Health plan)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short Disability
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Pet Discount Program
• 6 paid Company Holidays
• Floating Holiday, Jury Duty & Bereavement Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Statement

Southwest Medical Imaging is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.