Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: Optum
Location: Monsey
Posted on: January 27, 2025
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Job Description:
This is a full-time position with excellent benefits that begin
within 30 days. - They include generous PTO, 9 paid holidays,
tuition reimbursement, annual reviews, 401K with match to name a
few!
Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Nuclear
Medicine Technologist to join our team in Mount Kisco, NY. Optum is
a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way
clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral
part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a
global organization behind you so you can help your patients live
healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a
collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion
while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an
exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at
work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the
health of your community with the excitement of contributing new
practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for
millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have
the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and
discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting.
Growing together.
Location: -100 S Bedford Road, Mount Kisco, 10549
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures and
examinations for radiological diagnosis
Administer radio-pharmaceuticals and medications for patient
imaging and therapeutic procedures
Operate computed tomography (CT) scanners that are used in
conjunction with nuclear medicine procedures (PET technologists
only)
Provide images, data analysis and patient information for
diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic procedures
Process data and enhancing digital images using advanced computer
technology
Evaluate images to determine the technical quality and calibration
of instrumentation
Evaluate new protocols
Assists in the completion of the accreditation process for American
College of Radiology (ACR) every 3 years
Perform quality control and reporting tasks, setting up and
conducting 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
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
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 -
CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) certification
Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (PET
technologists only)
CT Certification within 180 days of hire
1+ years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree of Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiology,
radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine -
New York Residents Only: The hourly range for New York residents is
$28.03 to $54.95 per hour. Pay is based on several factors
including but not limited to education, work experience,
certifications, etc. 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.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual -orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment.
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