Optum NY Mammography Technologist

Optum; Village of Lake Success (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic health care organization that values innovation and compassion. As a Mammography Technologist, you'll play a crucial role in patient care by performing high-quality mammographic imaging. This position offers the chance to work with state-of-the-art technology and collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to improving health outcomes. With competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a real difference in people's lives. Embrace the chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization that prioritizes equitable care for all.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Incentive Programs

401k Contribution

Equity Stock Purchase

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required for mammography technologist role.
• Experience in electronic medical records is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammographic procedures and maintain quality standards.
• Provide a positive patient experience and maintain communication.

Skills

Patient Care

Mammographic Procedures

Electronic Medical Records

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiography

Bachelor's Degree in Radiography

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Mammography Technologist will be responsible for performing quality patient care and mammographic images for successful diagnostic of patients for the radiologist. This also includes creating a tranquil environment, so patients will be able to adhere to examination instructions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
• Demonstrate competency performing all mammographic procedures and the operation of all related equipment
• Greet patients, obtain history, and enters information in computer system
• Obtain mammographic images according to guidelines
• Maintain logs; process paperwork for biopsies
• Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
• All clinical aspects of mammography suite; maintains cleanliness of examination rooms. Stock necessary medical and radiologic supplies
• Assists in the completion of the accreditation process for American College of Radiology (ACR) every three years Maintain CPR certification
• Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules)
• Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires
• Provide a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
• Maintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other persons
• Other duties as assigned by manager

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) (M) certified
• Electronic medical records experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Radiography, Radiation Therapy, or Nuclear Medicine
• 1+ years of experience as a general radiologic technologist
• EPIC EMR experience

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Able to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds
• Able to lift patients weighting up to 300 pounds and place them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment
• Eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films

Core customers and key relationships:

• Patients Families and Friends
• Physicians and Other Medical Staff
• External Medical Partners

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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