Radiology Technologist

UnitedHealth Group•Corvallis, OR

5d•$24 - $43

About The Position

Explore opportunities at The Corvallis Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. For more than 75 years, our multi-specialty group has been committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and exceptional careers to our team members. As a leading clinic in Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley, we serve more than a quarter-million people with offices in Corvallis, Albany and Philomath. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Radiologic Technologist provides the prescribed radiographic and fluoroscopic exams with the selection of proper technical factors required for each exam. 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.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of radiologic technology
Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Valid appropriate license issued by the State of Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire
Thorough knowledge of human anatomy, radiation exposures, and positioning
Ability to work compatibly with physicians, patients, and other staff
An exception to the requirements stated in #1 and #2 of this section is made for students of an approved school of radiologic technology that have completed all relevant exam competencies and are in good standing in the program overall. This exemption to sections 1 and 2 will be good for no longer than 12 months

Nice To Haves

1+ years of demonstrated success in a Radiology Department with comparable complexity to that of The Corvallis Clinic

Responsibilities

Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within.
Positions patients correctly for radiographic and fluoroscopic exams and select the proper technical factors required for each exam
Assists radiologist during fluoroscopic exams and special procedures as required
Provides accurate and complete exam and image documentation as it relates to CR and PACS
Provides radiation protection to patients and Clinic personnel in accordance with prescribed standards
Checks and report any equipment failure or maintenance problem to Imaging Department Manager
Prepares contrast media used in various examinations, assist radiologists in administering medias
Performs duties related to Film/PACS media library as needed
Assists IOS staff with scheduling and processing of patients as needed and appropriate