DXA Technologist

DXA Technologist Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Metabolic Bone Centre team located at the Northern General Hospital. The Metabolic Bone Centre provides a high-quality diagnostic service, including densitometry and Vertebral Fracture Assessment imaging, and sees approximately 13,500 patients per year. A Fracture Risk Assessment Service (FRAS) runs alongside specialised consultant-led metabolic bone clinics providing outpatient and day case services to the population of Sheffield and surrounding districts.

We are looking for a part‑time (30 hours) Bone Densitometry (DEXA) Scanning Technologist to join our small team of dedicated scan technologists.

The role requires a science or health‑related qualification at degree level and motivation to work in a healthcare environment. The successful candidate will form part of the current scanning team, performing Bone Density scans and requesting procedures according to the relevant departmental protocols.

• Science or health‑related degree or equivalent academic achievement
• Registration with an appropriate Professional Body
• ROS IR(ME)
  R certification for operators / referrers or equivalent training in radiation protection
• Royal Osteoporosis Society Certificate of Competency in Bone Densitometry

• Motivation to work in a healthcare environment
• Experience of working in a Metabolic Bone Centre
• Knowledge of current health and safety regulations
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility and ability to prioritise
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Awareness of confidentiality
• Committed to professional and personal development

The Trust is committed to its obligations in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community.