Densitometry (DEXA) Technician

Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, relocation assistance plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!
Densitometry (DEXA) Technician, Diagnostic Imaging, Port Angeles & Sequim, 0.6 FTE, Days

Hourly Wage
22.35 - 32.21 USD
SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

• Shift Differentials:
• Evening $3.00/hour
• Night $5.00/hour

• Premiums:
• Weekend Premium $4.50/hour
• Standby Premium $4.00/hour
• Per Diem Premium 15% (on base, in lieu of benefits)
• Certification Premium $2.00/hour

JOB SUMMARY:
The Densitometry (DEXA) Technician is responsible for performing bone density scans using an approved bone densitometer. This position works at a technical level requiring limited supervision. Work situations require the knowledge and skills needed to apply the prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis by densitometer. The technician has knowledge and understanding of age related care needs for adult and geriatric patients. External contacts include patients, family members, and physicians. Internal contacts include nursing service staff and management.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
High school graduate/equivalent. Medical Assistant or equivalent training preferred.
Experience
1. Bone density experience preferred.
2. Medical Assistant or equivalent experience preferred.
3. Minimum of one year experience in a clinic, hospital or medical facility.
Licensure/Credentials
1. Certified X-ray Technician with Washington State Department of Health.
2. Certification with International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) as a Certified Bone Densitometry Technologist (CBDT) or able to obtain certification within one year of hire.
3. BLS certification.
Union
UFCW ProTech

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.
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BENEFITS SUMMARY:*

• Insurance Plans
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability

• Retirement Programs (Pension Plan, 403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Plans)

• Short Term Disability/Paid Sick Leave
• Washington State PFML – Partial wage replacement for your own disability, or in some cases for the care of a disabled family member. This plan is administered by Washington Employment Security Department. Additional details can be found at https://esd.wa.gov/paid-family-medical-leave
• Paid Sick Leave – PSL is accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked and is available to use after 90 days of employment.

• Paid Time Off (upon hire into a benefit eligible position)
• Union Employee Holidays & Vacation
• Full-time Employee Holidays – 7 fixed holidays and 3 Floating holidays. Floating holidays are allotted annually on anniversary date or date specified by contract.
• Part-time Employee Holidays – Part time holiday bank (equivalent to 10 days per year for a full-time employee); use by request or receive payout of 8 hours upon reaching 24 hours in bank.
• Vacation – Beginning accrual equivalent to 14 days per year for a full-time employee. Pro-rated for part-time employees. Employees may begin using vacation after completing 1040 benefit hours. Accrual rate increases with years of service. Refer to your Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for details.

• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Additional Benefits, such as:
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Club Reimbursement (available beginning the first full month of employment in a benefit eligible position)
• $20 per month fitness reimbursement

• Cafeteria and Espresso Bar 10% employee discount
• $10 certificate to the cafeteria on your birthday month!

• Verizon and AT&T mobile plan discounts

Other Compensation:

• Relocation Assistance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.35 - $32.21 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Hospital

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person