What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist position at UnitedHealth Group?
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The Radiologic Technologist provides the prescribed radiographic and fluoroscopic exams with the selection of proper technical factors required for each exam.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within
- Positions patients correctly for radiographic and fluoroscopic exams and select the proper technical factors required for each exam
- Assists radiologist during fluoroscopic exams and special procedures as required
- Provides accurate and complete exam and image documentation as it relates to CR and PACS
- Provides radiation protection to patients and Clinic personnel in accordance with prescribed standards
- Checks and report any equipment failure or maintenance problem to Imaging Department Manager
- Prepares contrast media used in various examinations, assist radiologists in administering medias
- Performs duties related to Film/PACS media library as needed
- Assists IOS staff with scheduling and processing of patients as needed and appropriate
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:
- Graduate of an approved school of radiologic technology
- Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
- Valid appropriate license issued by the State of Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 years of demonstrated success in a Radiology Department with comparable complexity to that of The Corvallis Clinic
- Thorough knowledge of human anatomy, radiation exposures, and positioning
- Proven ability to work compatibly with physicians, patients, and other staff
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OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
