Radiology Technologist - Float
Company: Optum
Location: Worcester
Posted on: February 10, 2025
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Job Description:
Radiology Technologist - Float at Optum summary:
As a Radiology Technologist - Float, you will provide high-quality
radiographic diagnostic services while adhering to safety protocols
and departmental standards. This full-time position requires
operating various imaging equipment and evaluating radiographs for
technical quality. Join a physician-led organization focused on
improving healthcare quality and experience for patients across
multiple locations.
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates
Opportunities with Reliant Medical Group, -part of the Optum family
of businesses. Join a community-based, multi-specialty,
physician-led organization where you will work with talented peers
on a common purpose: improving the quality, cost and experience of
health care. Here, we focus on delivering the best patient care,
rather than volume. Through innovation and superior care
management, we support patients and your well-being as a team
member. Join a team at the forefront of value-based care and
discover the meaning behind -Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
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Position Details:
Schedule: -Full time, 38.75 hours/weekly, Monday - Friday, between
the hours of 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. No nights, no weekends, no
holidays
Department: -Radiology
Location: Float (Worcester, Leominster, Holden, Shrewsbury, Auburn,
Westborough, Milford, Southborough)
The radiology technologist follows general direction from the
Supervisor and/or Senior Technologist and utilizes independent
judgment to provide radiological services to patients while
adhering to department organizational policies, procedures and
standards.
Primary Responsibilities:
Routinely provides radiographic diagnostic services by operating
imaging equipment and other equipment/devices as necessary.
Evaluates radiographs for technical quality and seeks advice when
necessary. Troubleshoots and problem solves certain factors before
calling service. Operates all generators and equipment. Produces
quality Radiographs and conforms to department standards. Makes a
conscientious effort to show any cases to a radiologist upon
finding suspicious abnormalities. Uses developer and fixer types
appropriately
Maintains sound employee radiation safe practices that are in
compliance with ALARA and the standards set by the State of
Massachusetts
Maintains or reports on established supply shelf levels for the
department. Stocks and rotates stocks on shelves with replacements
when supplies arrive. Utilizes LIFO (last in, first out) method of
inventory
Checks the supplies in the department on a daily basis and
communicates low stock levels
Initiates life support measures, if necessary. Possesses a workable
knowledge of the "Code Blue" protocol. Possesses a workable
knowledge of the "Nurse Call" system. Knows where the code cart and
other emergency supplies are kept. Demonstrates knowledge and
skills required to perform processes involved in the delivery of
age-appropriate care. Provides care appropriate to the patient
population served
Provides radiographic diagnostic services by operating the C-arm
and other equipment/devices as necessary. Evaluates scouts and spot
imaging for technical quality and positioning. Troubleshoots and
problem solves certain factors before calling service. Produces
quality imaging to aid doctor in pain procedures and conforms to
department standards
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.Required
Qualifications:
Completion of a two-year program with accredited school of
Radiologic Technology with an Associate Degree or Certificate
Valid license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts's a registered
Radiology Technology
Current CPR certification
In good standing with the ASRT and ARRT
Knowledge of various software applications such as Microsoft Word,
Excel, Outlook, etc.
Proven excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication
skills
Preferred Qualification:
EMR experience (EPIC)
Orthopedics Experience
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier
lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We
believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location
and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good
health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color,
historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We
are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and
enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health
disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority
reflected in our mission.
-Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law. -
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment. -
Keywords:
Radiology, Radiologic Technologist, Diagnostic Imaging, Patient
Care, Quality Assurance, Healthcare, Medical Equipment,
Radiographs, ALARA, C-arm
Keywords: Optum, Worcester , Radiology Technologist - Float, Healthcare , Worcester, Massachusetts
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