Radiology Technologist Assistant

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum Medical Care, PC is a multi-specialty medical group that provides the highest quality medical care in 40 different locations throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia and Ulster counties. Founded in 1946, Optum Medical Care has grown to over 500 physicians and health experts representing 40 different medical specialties with major campuses throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia, and Ulster counties. The Group is an independent clinical affiliate of the internationally recognized Massachusetts General Hospital. Optum Medical Care, PC has on-site laboratory and radiology services, as well as endoscopy suites and infusion suites, rendering comprehensive care in one convenient location. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated by the four basic principles of Optum Medical Care, PC are to have the highest quality; physicians, diagnostic technology, state-of-the-art information technology, superior patient satisfaction and service.

The group has always maintained a firm commitment to each of our patients...to provide high quality medical and surgical care in a warm, friendly setting, and in a caring manner. Each and every member of our professional and support staff is dedicated to this ideal - physicians, nurses, technicians and support personnel.

The Radiology Technologist Assistant performs a variety of routine duties including clerical, technical and patient related functions. The Technologist Assistant is responsible for assisting technologist with a broad range of health care services such as: patient check-in, exam review, preparation for the visit, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting. The Radiology Technologist Assistant is trained to use a wide variety of radiographic equipment, computers, and software.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist patients by escorting to/from imaging or dressing areas, post procedure cleaning, dressing and aiding technologist in communication, instruction, and direction
• Assist in placement and removal of patients on or near imaging equipment
• Assist technologist in the preparation of patients and exam rooms by organizing supplies, linens and equipment, and pre/post procedure clean up
• Assist technologists with the coordination of patient exam by communicating with referring areas and confirming exam times, as well as preparation and coordinating patient throughput thru the utilization of RIS
• Assist technologists by organizing documents, ensuring prior exam information is available, screening documents are complete, and preparing test results thru the utilization of the EMR, RIS and PACS
• Assists technologists with supply inventories, orders, and stocking with the aid of Outlook and Microsoft word/Excel
• Assist patients by escorting them to and from the Radiologist for post procedure results
• Assist technologists by preparing biopsy specimens for laboratory transport and adhering to all required chain of custody procedures throughout transport
• Assist technologists in power up/power down of all necessary medical imaging equipment for use throughout the day
• Assist technologists in PACS CD uploads of relevant prior imaging brought in by patients
• Perform other various related duties as necessary to assist in patient care

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:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization
• Ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's computerized system and its associated devices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Healthcare or radiology experience

Physical Demands:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to lift patients weighting up to 300 pounds and place them in appropriate positions for
• operation of equipment
• Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review exams

Core Customers and Key Relationships:

• Patients
• Patients Families and Friends
• Physicians and Other Medical Staff
• External Medical Partners

The hourly range for this role is $16.00 to $24.42 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.