General Radiology Bone Mineral Density Tech

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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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 the Mayo Clinic Radiology and Endocrinology Departments. Produces detailed image analyses and provides additional FRAX Score, Trabecular Bone Score, and Sarcopenia calculations as appropriate. Requires competence with Bone Mineral Density equipment and technology.

Performs Radiographic examinations in accordance with Mayo Clinic Radiology Department standards, using a variety of General Diagnostic equipment and technology that may be limited in scope. Follows safety guidelines for self, support personnel, and patients; respects patients’ modesty and confidentiality; and handles hostile or demanding patients maturely. Adapts to patients’ varied age-specific needs and physical limitations. Fosters teamwork through effective communication and maintains flexibility to staff various work locations and shift times and lengths.

The vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship; Mayo Clinic will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position and 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.

Nice To Haves

• Radiologic Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform Bone Densitometry imaging across the listed study types according to established standards.
• Analyze images and provide FRAX Score, Trabecular Bone Score, and Sarcopenia calculations when appropriate.
• Perform Radiographic examinations according 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 handle hostile or demanding patients maturely.
• Adapt care to patients’ age-specific needs and physical limitations.
• Communicate effectively to foster teamwork.
• Maintain flexibility to work at various locations and shift times and lengths.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree