Bone Mineral Densitometry Technologist

Trinity Health • Grand Rapids, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs high quality Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) scans after assessing patient’s condition to determine appropriate procedure and technique to utilize in order to perform scan. Performs daily quality control of BMD equipment to ensure quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of operating equipment.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved Radiologic Technology Program.
• Associates degree in applied science or equivalent experience.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) or Registered Ultrasound Technologist (ARDMS).
• Must maintain continuing education credits per biennium to retain Radiologic Technologist Registry in compliance with the CE requirements of their certifying organization for the imaging modality in which they perform services.
• Two years prior experience as a Technologist (Bone Density, Mammography, X-ray, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine or PET-CT)
• Certification or re-certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) Program.
• Bone Mineral Densitometry Certification preferred. AART (BD) or comparable registry.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic examinations for BMD scans in accordance with state and federal guidelines. These include forearm, lumbar, hip, and IVA (Instant Vertebral Assessment) scanning and body composition.
• Assesses patient’s condition to determine appropriate procedure and technique to utilize in order to perform examination.
• Assists Radiologists in gathering history on patient and calculating the results of BMD scans per protocol.
• Uses BMD equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Performs daily quality control on the BMD equipment and measures precision to aid in interpretation of exams.
• Communicates with Hologic support services to problem solve equipment malfunctions.
• Performs a wide variety of support functions for the department, such as transporting patients, processing scans, processing examination requests, charging patient for proper exam, gathering/ordering/maintaining supplies, cleaning equipment, obtaining proper orders for exam from referring physician’s offic, performing necessary quality assessment, etc.
• Performs in other Radiology areas as license permits.
• Maintains knowledge in BMD equipment by participating in training sessions.

Benefits

• Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree