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Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility.
This job is ON - SITE.
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Shift 1
Monday thru Friday 730a-4p (no weekend, no Holiday rotation)
Job Summary:
At the direction of a radiologist or other physician, performs DXA imaging in the Nuclear Medicine/ PET Department. Reviews/approves images and related information for quality accuracy and completeness, and forwards to PACS for archive. Responsible for overseeing the Bone Density area which includes implementing changes to protocols per radiologist, coordinating service and preventative maintenance on imaging device , maintaining the QA and QC manuals and performing the QC/QA on a regular basis, teaching bone densitometry class to the Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist Interns (optional), scheduling medical students and residents to shadow in the DXA area and work with research coordinators for scheduling subjects and documenting data per research study. Supports customer service and other quality initiatives as defined by hospital and department policy. Provides positive and effective interaction and communication with patients, visitors, medical and hospital staff. Adheres to hospital customer service standards and supports the hospital's organizational excellence initiative. Directly responsible for any accreditations in Bone Densitometry. Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:
A minimum of two years of documented progressive responsibility in a position beyond entry level with additional certification from The International Society For Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) or The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Bone Densitometry (ARRT) is required.
EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:
Post high school completion of an ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology program or from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program is required.
LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:
One of the following 3 certifications is required within 6 months of employment:
- ARRT - Bone Densitometry Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- CBDT - Certified Bone Densitometry Technologist from The International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD)
- CDT Certified Densitometry Technologist from The International Society For Clinical Densitometry (ISCD).
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.
Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health
Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:
- Paid time off
- Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
- Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
- Referral bonuses
- Retirement plan - 403b
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
- Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available
The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.
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