Radiology Tech Osteoporosis - Part Time

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Part time

Job summary

University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT, seeks a part-time Radiology Specialty Technologist with a minimum of 4 years’ experience to support the Osteoporosis Center. The role focuses on DXA and bone density work, with flexible workdays and a commitment to safety.

Candidates must be ARRT certified, licensed in Vermont, and eligible to pursue ISCD certification; duties include staff instruction and collaboration on research protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology with ARRT certification.
• Licensed in Vermont and eligible for ISCD certification.
• Minimum 4 years as Radiologic Technologist preferred.
• Experience with DXA and bone densitometry highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform DXA bone density procedures and quantitative ultrasound.
• Ensure radiation safety and compliance with protocols.
• Provide clinical instruction and participate in research protocols.

Skills

DXA bone density

QUS ultrasonography

Radiology safety

Clinical instruction

Education

ARRT certification

Vermont state license

ISCD certification eligibility

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: This is a part time job, 10 hours per week. Workdays for this positionare flexible.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Radiology Specialty Technologist has a minimum of 4 years as a Diagnostic Technologist, has committed hours to FAHC, and functions at an advanced level within the Osteoporosis Center performing a wide variety of bone density procedures. He/She demonstrates progressive knowledge and sense of responsibility in the daily operations of the Osteoporosis Center. A high level of commitment, advanced skills, and acceptance of responsibility has been developed in performance of dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and quantitative ultrasonography. A thorough knowledge of radiation procedures and safety is required. He/She assists in the clinical instruction of personnel as needed and participates in research protocols in collaboration with the principal investigator of the Osteoporosis Center and research coordinators.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology approved by CAHEA/JRCERT. ARRT certified and is licensed with the State of Vermont and eligible to become certified and maintain certification by the ISCD.

EXPERIENCE:

4 years experience as a Radiology Technologist is preferred. Successfully complete all Radiology competencies using physics of radiation as a background.