Mammography Technologist

UnitedHealth Group • Seattle, WA

49d • $29 - $56

About The Position

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. Under general supervision, position in this function utilize equipment and computer systems to provide patients with quality digital mammograms. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, quality control and the adherence to American College of Radiology and MQSA guidelines. The position requires excellent positioning, communication, organizational, and problem solving skills.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• Active WA state license or pending application
• Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and board certified or board eligible in Mammography (must obtain certification within one year of hire)
• Completion of a course in imaging technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Responsibilities

• Consistently performs high quality digital mammograms
• Follows established protocols based on the needs of the individual patient and ordered exam
• Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during exam
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff
• Evaluates images for technical quality
• Maintains the cleanliness of the mammography machine and associated equipment in accordance with the infection control policies and procedures

Benefits

• a comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees