Radiology Technologist

Optum; Lebanon (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Radiologic Technologist in Oregon to perform diagnostic X-rays and routine procedures under providers’ direction. The role requires ARRT certification, an Oregon diagnostic radiography license, and AMA-accredited radiologic training. CT experience and EMR familiarity are preferred.

Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this position. Responsibilities include positioning, image quality assessment, safety compliance, patient instruction, confidentiality,

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA approved program.
• Current Oregon license in diagnostic radiography.
• Current ARRT certification.
• Healthcare provider CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Position patients and adjust equipment for taking X-rays following procedures.
• Instruct patients regarding procedures.
• Follow safety standards in operating radiologic equipment.
• Select radiation exposure levels for each patient.
• Examine radiologic images for density, contrast, and distortion.
• Ensure equipment is functioning and report malfunctions.
• Process routine paperwork.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development and affiliations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiologic technology

ARRT certification

Oregon license

CPR/BLS

Education

AMA approved radiologic technology program

Tools

EMR system

Job description

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum's Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California, to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities. Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions.

This position serves the patients, providers and other support staff by performing tests using the appropriate radiology equipment to make clinical diagnostic X-rays and performing routine diagnostic procedures as directed by providers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Positions patients and adjusts equipment for taking X-rays following established procedures
• Instructs patients regarding procedures
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating all required radiologic equipment
• Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on individual patient basis
• Examines radiologic images for properties such as density, contrast, definition, magnification and distortion
• Insures equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor
• Processes routine paperwork
• Maintains patient confidentiality
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations
• Maintains strictest confidentiality
• Performs other duties as assigned

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.

Qualifications - External

Required Qualifications:

• Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA approved (2+ years) school and meets the requirements for registry by the ARRT
• Current Oregon license in diagnostic radiography
• Current certification with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Healthcare provider level CPR/BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• CT experience
• Experience with an electronic medical record system

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.89 to $42.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

• a comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

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.

OptumCare 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.

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