Optum NY - Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem
About The Position
Optum NY is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join their team in Brooklyn, NY. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will be an integral part of their vision to make healthcare better for everyone. Optum provides clinicians with the resources, data, and support of a global organization to help patients live healthier lives. They offer an exceptional career experience, empowering employees to live their best lives at work and at home. The role offers the fulfillment of advancing community health with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could improve care for millions of patients. Optum NY brings local care backed by national expertise, offering services including primary care, urgent care, specialty care, outpatient surgery, and imaging. They provide high-quality, affordable healthcare within the community, with extended hours of operation, same-day and walk-in appointments, and free prenatal classes. Optum NY also engages in community outreach through health fairs, charitable giving, and free medical education.
Requirements
- High school diploma / GED
- License or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology in the state of New York
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or willing to obtain in 180 days
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist
- Experience with Epic EMR software
- Orthopedic experience
Responsibilities
- Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic imaging procedures
- Explains procedures and process to patients
- Moves imaging equipment into the specified position; determines exposure factors on the basis of height, weight, the portion of the body involved, and the degree of penetration required; and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy
- Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff
- Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures
- Processes images and reviews them for proper identification and quality control
- Prepares images for reading by the radiologist or requesting physician
- Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
