Certified Bone Densitometry Technologist II

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking a Bone Densitometry Technologist RT Certified II to perform specialized bone density exams and manage contrast media as directed by radiologists. You will ensure high-quality imaging while minimizing dose and maintaining accurate patient records in CHL and PACS.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years as a technologist, radiology program background, and CBDT/ARRT-related certifications. On-site duties at our Greensboro, NC location with patient-centered care focus.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Radiology, Imaging or related Educational Program.
• Certification in CBDT or ARRT preferred; CPR/BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and special exams with established protocols to minimize dose and optimize quality.
• Maintains exam productivity within benchmarks for timely results.
• Completes exams and documentation in CHL and PACS for accessible patient records.
• Identifies charges associated with studies for accurate billing and reimbursement.
• Addresses errors related to final products sent to PACS to ensure data integrity.
• Follows AIDET communication framework with patients to ensure a positive care environment.

Skills

AIDET framework

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Radiology/Imaging program graduate

Tools

CHL system

PACS

Radiology Information System

Job description

The Bone Densitometry Technologist RT Certified II utilizes specialized radiology equipment to measure patient bone density. This role handles and administers contrast media in accordance with radiology process and procedures to optimize diagnostic quality of imaging studies. Under general direction of the radiologist, this role is responsible for assessing and monitoring bone density conditions and fracture risk of patients to aid in the diagnosis and management of bone-related conditions and improve patient outcomes.

• Performs routine and special exams with adherence to established protocols to minimize additional imaging and limit radiation dose to as low as reasonably achievable to safeguard patient and optimize diagnostic quality.




• Maintains exam productivity within established benchmarks to ensure efficient use of time and resources while delivering timely and accurate results.




• Completes all exams and documentation in CHL and PACS to maintain comprehensive patient records and facilitate efficient access to medical information for informed decision‑making.




• Identifies all charges associated with studies in a consistent and accurate manner for accurate billing and reimbursement to ensure fair compensation for healthcare services rendered.




• Addresses errors and resolves issues related to the final product being sent to PACS to maintain integrity of patient data and medical images, thus enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment.




• Uses Two for Two to accurately identify patients, follows procedures to avoid laterality errors and eliminate falls to promote overall patient wellbeing.




• Follows AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) communication framework with patients to anticipate, meet, and exceed their expectations and create an overall positive care environment.




• To be considered for a Tech 2 or Tech 3 promotion, the team member should be fully proficient in all the normal and expected duties of their position.




• A team member should have shown an interest in further development, either by asking for additional tasks/responsibilities, volunteering, or some other show of self‑motivation.




• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.




• Graduate of a Radiology, Imaging or related Educational Program.

Experience:

• Required: Minimum 2 years as a Technologist.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider, Radiologic Technologist-Dx (ARRT (R)) and Certified Bone Densitometry Technologist (CBDT) through International Society for Clinical Densitometry or Registered in Bone Densitometry (RT-R-BD) through the ARRT