Mammography Technologist - Las Vegas, NV

Job description

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

 The Mammography Technologist performs mammography procedures per department protocol. Responsible for daily operations of the mammography room including patient schedules, quality assessment of equipment and reporting equipment failures.

Primary Responsibilities:

Greets and prepares patients for examination, explains specific procedures to be performed

Performs screening or diagnostic mammography exams using excellent positioning and exposure techniques and examines developed films for technical quality. Follows written order or self-referral policy

Conducts quality control tests following ACR, Manufacture Quality Control Manuals and department policy and procedure manuals

Ensures both patient images and quality control tests are processed appropriately and stored in PAC's

Correctly begins and ends all patients in the Imagecast RIS system

Maintains current ARRT, CPR, and State of Nevada certifications; provides supervisor with proof of continuing education

Ensures all associated paperwork is scanned into PAC's or sent to HIM's

May also be assigned to other modalities provided incumbent is certified or licensed in those modalities

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 or GED

Graduate of an approved AMA Radiologic Technology program

Current CPR Certificate

Current ARRT and Nevada State Mammography license or ability to obtain by start date

Must obtain ARRT (M) within 1 year of hire

Proven ability to rotate within Imaging Services Department to include satellite offices

Proven ability to effectively communicate technical procedures and results with patients and providers

Skilled in properly positioning patients to provide quality imaging

Flexible to work overtime and on call as needed

Driver's license and access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and/or patient sites within a designated area

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of Mammography experience

Advanced knowledge of radiology equipment, testing and safety hazards related to radiology

Advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Basic computer skills, RIS and PACS

Proven ability to apply a comprehensive knowledge of mammography procedures and diagnosis

Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29 - $52 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.  

OptumCare  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.

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

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