General Radiology Bone Mineral Density Tech
About The Position
Performs high-quality Bone Densitometry imaging—including Lumbar Spine, Proximal Femurs, Radius, Vertebral Fracture Assessment, Whole Body Composition, Atypical Femur Fracture, Orthopedic Knee, and Pediatric studies—in accordance with standards established by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry and Mayo Clinic Radiology and Endocrinology Departments. Analyzes images and provides additional FRAX Score, Trabecular Bone Score, and Sarcopenia calculations as appropriate. Uses Bone Mineral Density equipment and technology competently, follows safety guidelines, respects patient modesty and confidentiality, and accommodates patients across a range of ages and physical limitations. Communicates effectively and fosters teamwork. Performs radiographic examinations to Mayo Clinic Radiology Department standards, using a variety of General Diagnostic equipment and technology that may be limited in scope. Follows safety guidelines and fosters effective teamwork. Maintains flexibility to staff varied work locations, shift times, and shift lengths, and responds to an on-call pager, which may involve days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
- ARRT certification in Radiography, or registry eligibility with certification obtained before the employment start date.
- CPR certification, or obtain it within 90 days of employment.
- Organized, efficient, and multifunctional.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication.
- Ability to work varied hours and shift lengths and respond to an on-call pager, potentially including days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Radiologic Technologist experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform Bone Densitometry imaging to established professional and departmental standards.
- Analyze images and provide FRAX Score, Trabecular Bone Score, and Sarcopenia calculations when appropriate.
- Perform radiographic examinations to Mayo Clinic Radiology Department standards.
- Use Bone Mineral Density and General Diagnostic equipment and technology competently.
- Follow safety guidelines for self, support personnel, and patients.
- Respect patient modesty and confidentiality, and adapt care to patients’ age-specific and physical limitations.
- Communicate effectively and foster teamwork.
- Staff varied work locations and shift times and lengths, and respond to an on-call pager.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSA pre-tax savings accounts for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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