Optum NY - MRI Supervisor

MRI/CT/PET Technologist

$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:

• Prepare monthly technologist schedules (MRI/CT/PET) to coordinate with current hours of operations to maximize workflow - including vacations, eTime issues, and related coverage
• Communicate daily department staffing to front desk scheduling coordinator regarding issues/adjustments
• Perform clinical exams as needed in chosen modality
• Organize/approve add on'stat' exams to maximize workflow within the department
• Assist Manager in development of clinical protocols for use within the entire practice
• Lead contact in the preparation and submission of all ACR accreditations in chosen modalities
• Independently resolve issues and coordinate appropriate departmental resources (clerical, vendor, clinical) when needed to facilitate workflow. Follow up as needed
• Maintain daily contact with clinical supervisors/managers
• Inform Manager on a daily basis of all departmental activities needing supervisory action
• Maintain strictest confidentiality in all aspects
• Perform other related duties assigned as necessary

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:

• ARRT certification/licensure
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally to all staff and physicians
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to function independently in all administrative aspects of the standard office-operating environment (typing, WORD, EXCEL etc.)
• Knowledge of standard policies, procedures and protocols to supervise the department directly
• Knowledge of radiology standards specifically MR and CT to evaluate work of technologists
• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance
• Maintain a well-organized, clear, 'thinking' approach to all systems
• Skill in identifying and resolving problems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in health care administration, public health, business administration, or related degree
• 3+ years of experience as a technologist with three years supervisory

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.