Optum ยท 3 months ago
Optum NY - MRI Technologist - Full Time
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$28.27/hr - $50.48/hr
1+ years expOptum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. They are seeking a Full Time MRI Technologist to join their team, responsible for operating MRI equipment, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining communication with medical staff and patients. The role includes quality control, mentoring new hires, and contributing to efficient operations within the department.
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Responsibilities
Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
Demonstrate competency for operating all MRI equipment and associated equipment and software
Ensure the safety of all those entering the MR room through education and proper screening protocols
Maintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other persons
Perform quality control and reporting tasks, setting up and conducting MRI procedures, maintain day-to-day schedules, assisting radiologist, and contributing to the efficient operation of the department assuring the quality and continuity of patient care
Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs
Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and safety
Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules)
Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires
Scan according to guidelines Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPAA regulations
Assist in the completion of the accreditation process for American College of Radiology (ACR) every three years
Maintain CPR certification
Demonstrate a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
Demonstrate a positive experience from the referring providers; providing excellent quality Page 2 of 2 MRI Technologist I Job Description
Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; performs quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency in utilizing systems
Make decisions authoritatively and wisely after adequately contemplating various available courses of action
Contribute to efficient out-patient Operations, maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
Observe patient for vital signs during examination
Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons for the care of patients following the procedure
Demonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employees and contributes to a collaborative work environment
Meet or exceed deadlines, follows through, demonstrating accountability, flexibility and adaptability
Enhance professional growth and maintain certifications, registration and active CME's through education programs, conferences, and workshops
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist)
MRI certification
Preferred
Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine
1+ years of MRI Technologist experience
Proven ability to follow oral and written instructions
Proven ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization
Proven ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's computerized system and its associated devices
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
10001+ employees
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Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Chief Financial Officer
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