Mammography Technologist

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates

Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a Mammography 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, youll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, youll 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.

The Mammography Technologist will be responsible for performing quality patient care and mammographic images for successful diagnostic of patients for the radiologist. This also includes creating a tranquil environment, so patients will be able to adhere to examination instructions.

Primary Responsibilities:
Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
Demonstrate competency performing all mammographic procedures and the operation of all related equipment
Greet patients, obtain history, and enters information in computer system
Obtain mammographic images according to guidelines
Maintain logs; process paperwork for biopsies
Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
All clinical aspects of mammography suite; maintains cleanliness of examination rooms. Stock necessary medical and radiologic supplies
Assists in the completion of the accreditation process for American College of Radiology (ACR) every three years Maintain CPR certification
Observe patient vital signs during examination
Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules).
Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires.
Provide a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
Maintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other persons
Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; performs quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency in utilizing systems
Perform daily QA evaluations, i.e. processor QC and phantom QC
Monthly, quarterly, and yearly QC testing documentation
Perform all mammographic images daily in guidelines to ACR accreditation
Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
Provide excellent patient care by addressing concerns before and after examination
Examine radiologic film for properties such as density and contrast, definition, magnification, and distortion Troubleshoot processor, mammographic machine, and order supplies
Demonstrate a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
Ensure a positive experience from the referring providers; providing excellent quality
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, 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 CMEs through education programs, conferences, and workshops
Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, were making health care work better for everyone.
Youll 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
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) (M) certified
Diagnostic Mammography certified
Demonstrated ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the departments 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:
Standing and walking for extended periods of time
Able to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds
Eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films
Core customers and key relationships:
Patients
Patients Families and Friends
Physicians and Other Medical Staff
External Medical Partners
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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour 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.