Weekend Radiology Technician - Impactful Imaging

Optum; Arlington (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Radiology Technician for weekend part-time coverage in an outpatient radiology setting. The role involves performing radiographic procedures under a radiologist, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining image quality for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, equipment setup, safety compliance, and image QC. Candidates should be a high school graduate or GED, with AMA-approved radiologic tech training, and be on track to ARRT and WA licensure within

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Current Student/Recent Graduate of AMA-approved school of Radiological Technology.
• Ability to obtain ARRT certification within one year.
• Ability to obtain WA state license within one year.

Responsibilities

• Taking high quality images as requested by ordering providers.
• Positions patients and adjusts equipment for taking x-rays following established procedures and protocols.
• Instructs patients regarding procedures. Observes patients for vital signs during examination and places patient safety number one.
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating radiologic equipment.
• Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on individual patient basis.
• Examines radiologic images for properties such as density and contrast, definition, magnification and distortion.
• Appropriately preps patient for exam by having them put on gown or shorts and remove any foreign objects including jewelry, buttons, zippers, etc.
• Does quality control of images on DR/CR machine and Stentor. Checks to make sure all information (images and paperwork) are there for Radiologist
• Authorizes release of patients upon completion of radiologic examination
• A limited number of radiology technologists are assigned to assist with procedures
• Demonstrate an understanding and ability to operate the C-Arm and its various functions under the direction of a physician
• Operate C-arm to provide assistance to physicians with the following procedures; epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, medial branch blocks, caudal injections, neurotomy, port placement, cholangiograms, urology surgeries and ortho surgeries
• Assist in ASC procedure room including; preparing procedure supplies and medications following infection control and sterile field procedures, documenting details and events during procedures, cleaning and maintaining equipment and work area, and maintaining inventory and ordering supplies
• Completes orientation and training specific to ASC duties
• Participates in ASC meetings and huddles
• Releases radiologic images to patients in the form of a CD or printed paper. Release form filled out correctly and sent to HIM department
• Participates in training employees and student technologists in equipment operation, patient movement, and quality assurance
• Maintains the cleanliness of the Radiology room and equipment in accordance with infection control procedures. Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies

Education

High School diploma or GED

AMA-approved radiologic technology program

ARRT certification within one year

WA state radiology license within one year

Job description

Optum is seeking a Radiology Technician for weekend part-time coverage in an outpatient radiology setting. The role involves performing radiographic procedures under a radiologist, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining image quality for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, equipment setup, safety compliance, and image QC. Candidates should be a high school graduate or GED, with AMA-approved radiologic tech training, and be on track to ARRT and WA licensure within