X-Ray Technologist - Part Time
Company: Optum
Location: Fishkill
Posted on: May 8, 2025
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Job Description:
$2,500 - Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates
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.
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The X-Ray Technologist I is responsible for performing the primary
diagnostic examination to either diagnose or decide the optimal
procedure that will best help the patient. This also includes
creating a tranquil environment, so patients will be able to adhere
to examination instructions.
Only weekend coverage (Saturday & Sunday - 8AM-8PM)
Primary Responsibilities: -
Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures
proper file identification on all images
Demonstrate competency performing all radiographic procedures and
the operation of all related equipment
Greet patients, obtain history, and enters information in computer
system
Perform x-rays at the optimal quality
Demonstrate patient care; make sure to protect patient as best as
possible from excessive radiation
Observe patient vital signs during examination
Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outs or
extended patient schedules)
Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires
Maintain CPR certification
Perform procedures in compliance with Standards of Care, facility
and regulatory requirements, and ARRT Standards of Ethics
Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
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
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
Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed
examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to
persons responsible 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
Maintain the cleanliness of examination rooms
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
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) - certified
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Demonstrated ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the
department's computerized system and its associated devices
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiation
therapy, or nuclear medicine
1+ years of experience in as general radiologic technologist -
Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrated ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and
employees within the organization
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 developed films
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 $23.70 to $46.35 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. -
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