PRN Bone Density Technologist

Cleveland Clinic; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Executive Health in Las Vegas is seeking a Bone Density Technician (PRN) to perform DEXA scans and provide patient education. The role requires ARRT(R), BD and CBDT certifications within one year, state licensure, and BLS.

You will help ensure safety, accuracy, and high-quality imaging while mentoring new hires. The position is a PRN, day-shift role with duties including equipment troubleshooting, documentation, and occasional modality rotation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Registered Technologist RT(R) with ARRT in good standing.
• BD certification within 1 year of hire.
• CBDT certification within 1 year of hire.
• Current state licensure prior to employment.
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality Bone Density (DEXA) scans per protocols and safety standards.
• Ensure accurate imaging and proper patient documentation.
• Collaborate with providers to support diagnostic planning with clear imaging results.
• Educate patients about procedures, equipment and exams.
• Notify management of equipment malfunctions and assist with troubleshooting.
• Educate and mentor new hires and radiology students.
• Possibly rotate through imaging modalities/sites as needed.
• Maintain patient comfort during and after exams.
• Adhere to PPE and safety requirements.

Skills

DEXA imaging

Patient education

Documentation

Equipment troubleshooting

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT RT(R) registered

BD certification within 1 year

CBDT certification within 1 year

Current state licensure

BLS certification

Tools

PACS

Radiology equipment

Job description

A PRN (as needed) caregiver in this position works days from 7:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. a new position for a new office of Executive Health Scheduled opening in November. Located at 6111 South Buffalo Drive Las Vegas NV 89113.

At Cleveland Clinic Executive Health, our caregivers are dedicated to helping patients. Come join us in our efforts to provide effective, evidence-based treatment with the latest technologies and approaches. Here, you will make a difference in the community, gain unmatched hands-on experience, enhance your skills and build a rewarding, life-long career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Bone Density Technician is responsible for performing high-quality Bone Density (DEXA) scans in accordance with established protocols and safety standards. You will ensure accurate imaging and proper documentation while maintaining a focus on patient comfort, care, and safety. This role collaborates with healthcare providers to support diagnostic and treatment planning by providing clear and precise imaging results.

This is a PRN role. A caregiver in this position will work as needed between 7:00am and 5:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Produce images of optimal quality for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.
• Analyze scans and make preliminary interpretation of results.
• Maintain documentation/database requirements to ensure that all technical data is entered timely and accurately.
• Notify management and take proper action to address equipment malfunctions.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Ensure patient comfort during and after the exam.
• Report, immediately, any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.
• Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires and Radiology students.
• Strive to learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
• Participate in off-site community educational events.
• May be required to rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
• Must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), in good standing
• Certification in Bone Densitometry (BD) required within one year of hire: R.T. (R) (BD) (ARRT)
• Certification as a Bone Densitometry Technologist (CBDT) through the International Society of Clinical Densitometry required within one year of hire
• Current state licensure required prior to employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year experience as a general Radiologic Technologist with BMD training

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $34.00

Maximum hourly: $34.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).