Radiologic Technologist – X-Ray & Bone Densitometry | FT - Day | Sign On | Vanderbilt – West End Clinic

Montgomery College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a motivated, patient-focused Radiologic Technologist to join our team at the West End Endocrinology and Rheumatology Clinic. The position emphasizes bone density (DEXA) exams and diagnostic radiography with state-of-the-art imaging in a new clinical space.

Ideal candidates will have BD certification (ARRT) or prior DEXA experience and enjoy a fast-paced outpatient environment. Full-time, dayshift, with an $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved radiology program (Required).
• Bone densitometry certification (ARRT BD) or prior DEXA experience preferred.
• Ability to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations and DEXA scans following physician orders.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations per orders and protocols.
• Perform bone density (DEXA) examinations for osteoporosis screening and monitoring.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction throughout imaging.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images while maintaining radiation safety standards.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and imaging records.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and staff to support efficient patient care.
• Assist with maintaining imaging equipment and exam rooms.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

DEXA/Bone densitometry

Patient safety

Education

Graduate of an approved radiology program

Tools

DEXA equipment

Radiography equipment

Job description

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With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region’s largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world‑class care to the people of the Mid‑South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you’ll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region.

Organization

VHBM Radiology

Job Summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a motivated, patient‑focused Radiologic Technologist to join our team at our brand‑new West End Endocrinology and Rheumatology Clinic. This is a unique opportunity to help establish imaging services in a newly built specialty clinic featuring state‑of‑the‑art imaging technology, including brand‑new radiography and bone densitometry equipment. This position will primarily perform bone density (DEXA) examinations and diagnostic X‑ray studies while supporting a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast‑paced outpatient environment and be excited about helping build and grow services in a new clinical space. Bone Densitometry Certification (ARRT BD) or previous DEXA experience (strongly preferred, but not required at the time of hire).

Position Highlights

• Experienced technologists must be willing to earn BD credentials.
• $10,000 sign on bonus for full‑time positions.
• Industry competitive rates.
• Full‑time | Dayshift | 5x8s | Monday – Friday | 8:00AM – 4:30PM. No evenings, weekends, holidays, or call requirements.
• Located at Vanderbilt Health West End – Endocrinology & Rheumatology Clinic. The sign‑on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past twelve months. The sign‑on bonus is only available for full‑time positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Perform bone density (DEXA) examinations for osteoporosis screening and monitoring.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction throughout the imaging process.
• Produce high‑quality diagnostic images while maintaining radiation safety standards.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and imaging records.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and clinic staff to support efficient patient care.
• Assist with maintaining imaging equipment and exam rooms in accordance with Vanderbilt Health standards.

Technical Capabilities

• Diagnostic Equipment (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the use of diagnostic tools in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
• Compliance (Novice): Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job. Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based. Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective manner.
• Patient Documentation (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient documentation in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.

Core Accountabilities

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences.

Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.

Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring.

Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.

Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short‑term challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications

Responsibilities: Certifications: LIC-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Licensure-Others Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level : 1 year Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (Required).

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well‑being and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

People are at the heart of all we do. Great health care takes great people. We’re looking for like‑minded individuals driven to make a difference. We invite you to explore careers at Vanderbilt Health, where we value collaboration, embrace continuous learning and foster an environment where everyone can thrive.

Company Culture

We’re the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee, with a growing team and an expanding footprint across towns and communities throughout the region. We employ more than 43,000 people who work in inpatient and outpatient clinical care, research and graduate medical education. Our employees also serve in critical supporting roles in administration, information technology and informatics, finance, legal and community affairs, communications and marketing, fundraising, groundskeeping and facilities, and many other departments.

Our growing academic health system has more than 2,100 licensed hospital beds at eight hospitals: Vanderbilt University Hospital, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital, Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital, Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital, Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital, Vanderbilt Tullahoma‑Harton Hospital, Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. Vanderbilt Health is the Mid‑South’s largest provider of specialty care, with hundreds of outpatient clinic and surgical locations throughout the region, and Tennessee’s only National Cancer Institute‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center for adults and children.

We are one of the nation’s busiest critical care centers, home to Middle Tennessee’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Burn Center for adults and children, and Middle Tennessee’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. We are the nation’s largest transplant center, and last year we performed the most heart transplants than any center worldwide. Vanderbilt Health is an epicenter for biomedical research, winning over $1billion in annual research awards from government, industry, foundations and donors.

We are also a national leader in medical training and education, with the largest clinical training center in the Mid‑South and the only training center in Tennessee for many adult and pediatric specialties.

We’re honored to be consistently considered among the nation’s best hospitals for quality, safety and patient satisfaction. Three of our hospitals — Vanderbilt University Hospital, Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital and Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital — have been awarded a Five‑Star Quality Rating from Medicare.

We support each other and encourage excellence among every member of our workforce. High‑achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

Join us in advancing health care.

Vision

The world leader in advancing personalized health

Mission

Personalizing the patient experience through our caring spirit and distinctive capabilities