Mammography Technologist

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Optum NV is seeking a Mammography Technologist to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. 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.

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.

The Nursing Director - Oncology is responsible for the overall, day to day clinical operation of the Optum Cancer Care Centers and is responsible to ensure that the services provided by the agency are consistent with the organizations strategic goals and philosophy of care and the best practice standards of Oncology.

In addition, the Nursing Director is responsible to ensure that oncology services provided within the respective clinics are provided in compliance with Oncology Standard of Practice, State and Federal regulations.

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
  Uploads comparison CD's into PAC's
• 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 within 30 days of hire
• Willing to 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
• 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

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 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.

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.