Optum NY Nuclear Medicine Technologist- Brooklyn, NY

Company: Optum
Location: Englewood
Posted on: January 27, 2025

Job Description:

$10,000 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. -

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)
Demonstrate competency performing all nuclear medicine procedures and the operation of all related equipment
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
Maintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other persons
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
Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
Maintain CPR accreditation
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
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 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

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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 or Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiology, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine -
Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrated ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's computerized system and its associated devices


Physical Demands:

Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to assist patients weighing 300 pounds or more and place them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment
Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review images


New York Residents Only: -The hourly range for this role is $28.03 to $54.95 per hour. 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. - -


Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer 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. - - - -

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

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