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UnitedHealth Group MRI Technologist - Per Diem in Mount Kisco, New York
$2,500 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
Optum STATE, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a MRI Technologist to join our team in Mount Kisco, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:
Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
Demonstrate competency for operating all MRI equipment and associated equipment and software
Ensure the safety of all those entering the MR room through education and proper screening protocols
Maintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other persons
Perform quality control and reporting tasks, setting up and conducting MRI procedures, maintain day-to-day schedules, assisting radiologist, and contributing to the efficient operation of the department assuring the quality and continuity of patient care
Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs
Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and safety
Provide coverage as needed (i.e., in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules)
Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires
Scan according to guidelines
Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
Assist in the completion of the accreditation process for American College of Radiology (ACR) every three years
Maintain CPR certification
Demonstrate a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
Demonstrate a positive experience from the referring providers, providing excellent quality
Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; performs quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency in utilizing systems
Make decisions authoritatively and wisely after adequately contemplating various available courses of action
Contribute to efficient out-patient Operations, maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
Observe patient for vital signs during examination
Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedure
Demonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employees and contributes to a collaborative work environment
Meet or exceed deadlines, follows through, demonstrating accountability, flexibility, and adaptability
Enhance professional growth and maintain certifications, registration and active CME's through education programs, conferences, and workshops
Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum – from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
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:
High school diploma or equivalent
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) - MR certified
MRI certification
Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrated ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization
Demonstrated ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's computerized system and its associated devices
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine
1+ years of MRI Technologist experience
Physical Demands:
Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds
Must be able to lift patients weighting up to 300 pounds and place them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment
Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films
Core customers and key relationships:
Patients
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.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.