X-Ray Technologist (Float)

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Job Description – X‑Ray Technologist (Float) (2238367) $10,000 Sign‑On Bonus for External Candidates 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. 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. Primary Responsibilities Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assure proper file identification on all images Demontrate competency performing all radiographic procedures and the operation of all related equipment Greet patients, obtain history, and enter information in the computer system Perform x‑rays at the optimal quality Demontrate patient care; protect patients from excessive radiation as much as possible Provide coverage as needed (e.g., 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 HIPAA regulations Demontrate a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensure they are aware of follow‑up steps and requirements Demontrate a positive experience from the referring providers; provide excellent quality Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; perform quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrate 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 Review each examination for technical accuracy, present completed examinations to radiologist, and communicate pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedure Demontrate teamwork; interact in a positive manner with employees and contribute to a collaborative work environment Meet or exceed deadlines, follow 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 Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist)® certified 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 as a 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 weighing up to 50 pounds Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films Core Customers and Key Relationships Patients, families and friends Physicians and other medical staff External medical partners Benefits Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role ranges from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state, federal laws, rules or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday. UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc. #J-18808-Ljbffr Optum