Part-Time Bone Densitometry Technologist

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts seeks a Radiologic Technologist specializing in bone densitometry to join our diagnostic team. You will prepare patients, position them for bone density exams and ensure high-quality images.

The role requires two years of hospital radiology experience, AMA-approved program, MA license and ARRT certification or registry eligibility, plus bone density certification within one year.

Qualifications

• Two years of radiologic technology experience in a hospital setting.
• Graduate of an AMA approved program in radiology for registration eligibility preferred.
• Current Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License and Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible preferred.
• Must attain certification for Bone Density within one year of date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic bone density exams on various parts of the body including setting up equipment and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body for the study and comparison to past studies.
• Enters instructions into computers, monitors and evaluates images for accuracy and completeness of order. Adjusts when judged to be necessary.
• Evaluates and interprets bone density scans for image quality, positioning, comparison and completeness.
• Assesses if additional scans need to be performed for proper diagnostics.
• Responds to patient's physical and psychological needs.
• Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety.
• Uses proper hand hygiene before and after patient contact.
• Perform daily and weekly quality control on bone densitometer.
• Performs associated administrative tasks to their clinical duties, including obtaining and reviewing radiology orders from referring providers.
• Works closely with administrative leadership to maximize scheduling, the patient experience, and implement new processes as needed.
• Maintain an adequate stock of pertinent supplies.
• Perform all duties in an ethical and professional manner.

Skills

Radiology experience

Education

AMA approved radiology program

Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License

ARRT certification or registry eligible

Tools

Bone densitometer

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts seeks a Radiologic Technologist specializing in bone densitometry to join our diagnostic team. You will prepare patients, position them for bone density exams and ensure high-quality images.

The role requires two years of hospital radiology experience, AMA-approved program, MA license and ARRT certification or registry eligibility, plus bone density certification within one year.