Radiologic Technologist

UnitedHealth Group • Snohomish, WA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join their team. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on improving healthcare. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will be an integral part of their vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you will have the clinical resources, data, and support of a global organization to help patients live healthier lives. You will work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment guided by diversity and inclusion, driving towards the Quadruple Aim. The company believes in providing an exceptional career and empowering employees to live their best lives at work and at home. This role offers the fulfillment of advancing community health with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could improve care for millions nationwide. The Radiology Technologist functions as an integral member of the team, responsible for exemplary patient care, operation and maintenance of digital imaging equipment, quality control and radiation safety, knowledge of all x-ray and fluoroscopic procedures, solid teamwork skills, ability to work independently, and willingness to learn new exams as the company expands in modalities and technology.

Requirements

• Graduate of AMA-approved school of Radiological Technology
• Current ARRT certification

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• 1+ years of experience working as a Radiology Technologist
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)

Responsibilities

• Produces radiographs of highest possible quality and with the least risk to the patient for medical diagnostic purposes
• Strictly follows all ACR, FDA, Medicare and Washington State laws regarding Radiological procedures
• Monitors patients during study to assure highest possible quality of examination
• Insures thoroughness and safety of study while setting priority of clinical need
• Communicates on regular basis with radiologists on the best approach to tailor examination to clinical need
• Reviews images for technical quality
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of plain film and fluoroscopy
• Working knowledge of the RIS, PACS

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution
• $8,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees