MRI Technologist - Crystal Run Healthcare

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External CandidatesAt 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 assures proper file identification on all imagesDemonstrate competency for operating all MRI equipment and associated equipment and softwareEnsure the safety of all those entering the MR room through education and proper screening protocolsMaintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other personsPerform quality control and reporting tasks, setting up and conducting MRI procedures, maintain day-to-day schedules, assisting radiologist, and contributing to the efficient operation of the department assuring the quality and continuity of patient careAcquire 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 needsEducate patients regarding procedure, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and safetyProvide coverage as needed (i.e., in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules)Provide instruction/mentoring to new hiresScan according to guidelinesMaintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulationsAssist in the completion of the accreditation process for American College of Radiology (ACR) every three yearsMaintain CPR certificationDemonstrate a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirementsDemonstrate a positive experience from the referring providers, providing excellent qualityConsistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; performs quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency in utilizing systemsMake decisions authoritatively and wisely after adequately contemplating various available courses of actionContribute to efficient out-patient Operations, maximizing the productivity of assigned modalityObserve patient for vital signs during examinationUtilize sterile techniques preventing contaminationIdentify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all imagesReview each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedureDemonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employees and contributes to a collaborative work environmentMeet or exceed deadlines, follows through, demonstrating accountability, flexibility, and adaptabilityEnhance professional growth and maintain certifications, registration and active CME's through education programs, conferences, and workshopsYou'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 equivalentARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist)MRI certificationDemonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructionsDemonstrated ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organizationDemonstrated ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's computerized system and its associated devicesPreferred Qualifications:Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine1+ years of MRI Technologist experiencePhysical Demands:Requires standing and walking for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 poundsMust be able to lift patients weighting up to 300 pounds and place them in appropriate positions for operation of equipmentRequires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed filmsCore customers and key relationships:PatientsPatients Families and FriendsPhysicians and Other Medical StaffExternal Medical PartnersPay 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, you'll 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.