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Form of workCooley Dickinson is the hospital where Radiologic/Bone Densitometry Technologist can grow and accelerate their careers. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence.
About Us
With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.
Accolades and Recognition
Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
- 5-star rating
- The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
- Beacon Award for Excellence
- Human Rights Campaign Foundation
- LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation
- The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3
- Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)
- Baby-Friendly USA designated
- Baby-Friendly Hospital
- Newsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the country's
- Best Maternity Hospitals
- Cooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive 'A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital award
Our Benefits
In addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period:
a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefits
a generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year
403(b) retirement plan with various investment options
opportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursement
MAIN FUNCTION:
The Radiology/Bone Densitometry Technologist performs all of the functions of the Radiologic Technologist, with a focus on Bone Densitometry.
The Bone Densitometry Technologist works under the general supervision of a physician to perform DXA scans of spine, hip, forearm, whole body, and vertebral fracture assessment (VFA).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Associate's degree required. For those candidates who meet requirements of licensing and registration agencies and have been grandfathered by those agencies, Associate's degree requirement may be waived, but a high school diploma or equivalent is required
Current licensure by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Radiologic Technologist and ARRT registration required
ISCD or ARRT certification for Bone Densitometry required within one year of hire; credentialing in Nuclear Medicine Technology through ARRT or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) meets the ARRT supporting category prerequisite to train and work in Bone Densitometry and to become registry eligible
Current CPR certification required
1 year of experience preferred; technologists must be trained and capable of handling patients completely from invitro through adult
