Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Technologist (COA) - Military veterans preferred

2025-09-18
Global Dynamics LLC
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Columbia
Maryland
21044
United States

Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Technologist (COA)


Job Details



Description

Work Location: Bethesda, Maryland

Company Purpose:

Global Dynamics LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in providing Healthcare Clinical and Support Services, Administrative, and Training Support for the Federal Government. Global Dynamics, LLC is a leader in the personnel support services industry setting a new standard in career placement and flexible staffing.

Position Title: Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Technologist

Position Purpose: Global Dynamics is seeking a qualified and credentialed DEXA Technologist to provide bone density and body composition imaging services at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center. This role supports clinical research and patient care by performing high-quality DEXA scans across a range of anatomical areas. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient safety and compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Independently perform DEXA scans including:

  • Peripheral

  • Femur

  • Spine

  • Hips

  • Whole body composition

  • Other anatomical areas as requested

  • Operate and maintain DEXA equipment, adjusting technical factors to accommodate patient condition

  • Ensure accurate documentation in PACS/RIS and EMR systems

  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other technologists to coordinate care

  • Perform quality control checks and ensure equipment calibration

  • Adhere to HIPAA, safety, and infection control protocols

  • Participate in patient scheduling and provide hand-off communication across care teams



Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Completion of an accredited DEXA technologist program

  • Licensed, certified, and trained to meet local, state, and federal requirements for DEXA imaging

  • Ability to work onsite at NIH Bethesda campus (no relocation reimbursement)

  • Compliance with NIH immunization and health screening requirements:

  • MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Influenza, Tdap

  • TB screening (TST or IGRA)

  • OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen and Universal Precautions training


Credentials

  • ARRT (DEXA) certification or equivalent recognized credential

Working Conditions and Environment

This position is on-site in a medical facility. Driving may be required.

Physical Requirements

The position requires repetitive motion, such as standing, walking, sitting and bending. Light lifting, up to 20 pounds, may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. Our employment decisions are solely made according to qualifications for the positions.





Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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