? Apply Now! Optum NY – MRI Technologist Position Available In Kings, New York

Job Description:

$5,000 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates Opportunities withOptum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical,ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make adifference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one ofour hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey andConnecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliantco-workers who share your passion for helping people feel theirbest. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover themeaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

PrimaryResponsibilities:

• Identify anatomical orientation on all requiredimages and assures proper file identification on all images
• Demonstrate competency for operating all MRI equipment andassociated equipment and software
• Ensure the safety of all thoseentering the MR room through education and proper screeningprotocols
• Maintain communication with radiologists and otherphysicians, patients and their families, and other persons
• Perform quality control and reporting tasks, setting up andconducting MRI 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
• Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outsor extended patient schedules)
• Provide instruction/mentoring tonew hires
• Scan according to guidelines Maintain quality standardsas it relates to HIPPA regulations
• Assist in the completion ofthe accreditation process for American College of Radiology (ACR)every three years
• Maintain CPR certification
• Demonstrate apositive patient experience; share information with patients,providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware offollow-up steps and requirements
• Demonstrate a positiveexperience from the referring providers; providing excellentquality Page 2 of 2 MRI Technologist I Job Description
• Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality withoutrecommendation of additional image acquisition; performs qualityassurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency inutilizing systems
• Make decisions authoritatively and wisely afteradequately contemplating various available courses of action
• Contribute to efficient out-patient Operations, maximizing theproductivity of assigned modality
• Observe patient for vital signsduring examination
• Utilize sterile techniques preventingcontamination
• Identify anatomical orientation on all requiredimages and assures proper file identification on all images
• Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completedexaminations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data topersons for the care of patients following the procedure
• Demonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employeesand contributes to a collaborative work environment
• Meet orexceed deadlines, follows through, demonstrating accountability,flexibility and adaptability
• Enhance professional growth andmaintain certifications, registration and active CME’s througheducation programs, conferences, and workshops You’ll be rewardedand recognized for your performance in an environment that willchallenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes tosucceed in your role as well as provide development for other rolesyou may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High schooldiploma or equivalent
• ARRT (American Registry of RadiologicTechnologist)
• MRI certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiationtherapy, or nuclear medicine
• 1 years of MRI Technologistexperience
• Proven ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Proven ability to communicate with patients, visitors, andemployees within the organization
• Proven ability to adequatelyuse, or learn to use, the department’s computerized system and itsassociated devices

Physical Demands:

• Requires standing andwalking for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift andcarry items weighting up to 50 pounds
• Requires eyesightcorrectable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developedfilms The hourly range for this role is $28.

61 to $56.06 per hourbased on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factorsincluding but not limited to local labor markets, education, workexperience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies withall minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission isto help people live healthier lives and make the health system workbetter for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender,sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity tolive their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far toomany barriers to good health which are disproportionatelyexperienced by people of color, historically marginalized groupsand those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating ourimpact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitablecare that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes— an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealthGroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicablelaw and qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age,color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, orprotected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected bylocal, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealthGroup is a drug

• free workplace.

Candidates are required to pass adrug test before beginning employment.