3 Days Left! Nuclear Medicine Technologist Position Available In Westchester, New York

Job Description:

$10,000 Sign on Bonus This is a full-time position withexcellent benefits that begin within 30 days. They include generousPTO, 9 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, annual reviews, 401Kwith match to name a few! Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY)is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team inMount Kisco, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that ischanging the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the OptumCare Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision tomake healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you’ll have theclinical resources, data and support of a global organizationbehind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.

Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborativeenvironment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while drivingtowards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptionalcareer, and will empower you to live your best life at work and athome. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of yourcommunity with the excitement of contributing new practice ideasand initiatives that could help improve care for millions ofpatients across the country. Because together, we have the power tomake health care better for everyone. Join us and discover howrewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growingtogether.

Location:

100 S Bedford Road, Mount Kisco, 10549

PrimaryResponsibilities:

• Perform routine and specialized nuclearmedicine procedures and examinations for radiological diagnosis
• Administer radio-pharmaceuticals and medications for patientimaging and therapeutic procedures
• Operate computed tomography(CT) scanners that are used in conjunction with nuclear medicineprocedures (PET technologists only)
• Provide images, data analysisand patient information for diagnostic interpretation ortherapeutic procedures
• Process data and enhancing digital imagesusing advanced computer technology
• Evaluate images to determinethe technical quality and calibration of instrumentation
• Evaluatenew protocols
• Assists in the completion of the accreditationprocess for American College of Radiology (ACR) every 3 years
• Perform quality control and reporting tasks, setting up andconducting procedures, maintain day-to-day schedules, assistingradiologist, and contributing to the efficient operation of thedepartment assuring the quality and continuity of patient care
• Acquire patients’ chart data/requisition and reviews both todetermine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medicalproblems, contraindications to the study and verify that the studybeing ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs
• Educate patientsregarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding andsafety
• Review each examination for technical accuracy, presentscompleted examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinentdata to persons responsible for the care of patients following theprocedure You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance inan environment that will challenge you and give you clear directionon what it takes to succeed in your role as well as providedevelopment for other roles you may be interested in.

RequiredQualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• CNMT(Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) certification
• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (PETtechnologists only)
• CT Certification within 180 days of hire
• 1years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree ofBaccalaureate degree in radiography, radiology, radiation therapy,or nuclear medicine

New York Residents Only:

The hourly range forNew York residents is $28.03 to $54.95 per hour. Pay is based onseveral factors including but not limited to education, workexperience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary,UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensivebenefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stockpurchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject toeligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin acareer with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choiceof benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthieratmosphere:

OptumCare is an Equal EmploymentOpportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protectedveteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, genderidentity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or anyother characteristic protected by law. OptumCare is a drug-freeworkplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test beforebeginning employment.