Optum NY -Radiology Technologist Assistant

UnitedHealth Group

94d • $16 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Optum Medical Care, PC is a multi-specialty medical group that provides the highest quality medical care in 40 different locations throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia and Ulster counties. Founded in 1946, Optum Medical Care has grown to over 500 physicians and health experts representing 40 different medical specialties with major campuses throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia, and Ulster counties. The Group is an independent clinical affiliate of the internationally recognized Massachusetts General Hospital. Optum Medical Care, PC has on-site laboratory and radiology services, as well as endoscopy suites and infusion suites, rendering comprehensive care in one convenient location. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated by the four basic principles of Optum Medical Care, PC are to have the highest quality; physicians, diagnostic technology, state-of-the-art information technology, superior patient satisfaction and service. The group has always maintained a firm commitment to each of our patients…to provide high quality medical and surgical care in a warm, friendly setting, and in a caring manner. Each and every member of our professional and support staff is dedicated to this ideal - physicians, nurses, technicians and support personnel. The Radiology Technologist Assistant performs a variety of routine duties including clerical, technical and patient related functions. The Technologist Assistant is responsible for assisting technologist with a broad range of health care services such as: patient check-in, exam review, preparation for the visit, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting. The Radiology Technologist Assistant is trained to use a wide variety of radiographic equipment, computers, and software.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Russian Speaking
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Demonstrated ability to effectively 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

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare or radiology experience

Responsibilities

• Assist patients by escorting to/from imaging or dressing areas, post procedure cleaning, dressing and aiding technologist in communication, instruction, and direction
• Assist in placement and removal of patients on or near imaging equipment
• Assist technologist in the preparation of patients and exam rooms by organizing supplies, linens and equipment, and pre/post procedure clean up
• Assist technologists with the coordination of patient exam by communicating with referring areas and confirming exam times, as well as preparation and coordinating patient throughput thru the utilization of RIS
• Assist technologists by organizing documents, ensuring prior exam information is available, screening documents are complete, and preparing test results thru the utilization of the EMR, RIS and PACS
• Assists technologists with supply inventories, orders, and stocking with the aid of Outlook and Microsoft word/Excel
• Assist patients by escorting them to and from the Radiologist for post procedure results
• Assist technologists by preparing biopsy specimens for laboratory transport and adhering to all required chain of custody procedures throughout transport
• Assist technologists in power up/power down of all necessary medical imaging equipment for use throughout the day
• Assist technologists in PACS CD uploads of relevant prior imaging brought in by patients
• Perform other various related duties as necessary to assist in patient care

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED