Mammography Technician

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

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.

CareMount Medical is a multi-specialty medical group that provides the highest quality medical care in 40 different locations throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia and Ulster counties. Founded in 1946, CareMount Medical has grown to over 500 physicians and health experts representing 40 different medical specialties with major campuses throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia, and Ulster counties. The Group is an independent clinical affiliate of the internationally recognized Massachusetts General Hospital. CareMount Medical has on-site laboratory and radiology services, as well as endoscopy suites and infusion suites, rendering comprehensive care in one convenient location. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated by the four basic principles of CareMount Medical are to have the highest quality; physicians, diagnostic technology, state-of-the-art information technology, superior patient satisfaction and service.

The group has always maintained a firm commitment to each of our patients...to provide high quality medical and surgical care in a warm, friendly setting, and in a caring manner. Each and every member of our professional and support staff is dedicated to this ideal - physicians, nurses, technicians and support personnel.

Position Overview: The Mammography Supervisor provides clinical, organizational, and scheduling support/leadership to a fast-paced, multimodality radiology practice. The position with a technical focus on mammography, stereotactic biopsy and bone density, candidate will facilitate workflow by acting as a clinical liaison between all modalities, radiologist's, and front desk to maximize women's clinical services on a daily basis.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly technologist schedules (mammography/stereotactic biopsy/bone density) to coordinate with current radiologist staffing in order to maximize workflow including; vacations, eTime issues, and related coverage
• Communicate daily department staffing (radiologist/technologists, technologists) to front desk scheduling coordinator
• Perform clinical exams as needed
• Organize/approve add on "stat" exams to maximize workflow within the department
• Assist Clinical Operations Manager in development of clinical protocols for use within the entire practice in all locations
• Lead contact in the preparation and submission of all ACR accreditations and MQSA requirements at all locations
• Create, initiate, and maintain a QA mammography reporting system for all CAREMOUNT MEDICAL locations
• Coordinate stereotactic/biopsy/wire locs exam protocols
• Independently resolve issues and coordinate appropriate departmental resources (clerical, file room, clinical) when needed to facilitate workflow. Follow up as needed
• Maintain daily contact with clinical coordinators in ultrasound-x-ray as needed
• Inform Radiology Manager on a daily basis of all departmental activities needing supervisory action
• Perform all aspects of employee relations including, but not limited to: evaluations, corrective action, time cards, etc.
• Responsible for machine maintenance and recordkeeping of any occurrences
• Maintain strictest confidentiality in all aspects
• Perform other related duties assigned as necessary

Optum NY 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, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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:

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• AART certification/licensure
• 3+ years of experience as a technologist and three years supervisory
• Knowledge of standard policies, procedures and protocols to supervise the department directly
• Knowledge of radiology standards to evaluate work of technologists
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a well-organized, clear, "thinking" approach to all systems
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally to all staff and physicians
• Proven excellent organizational skills and ability to function independently in all administrative aspects of the standard office-operating environment (typing, WORD, EXCEL etc.)
• Proven skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance
• Proven skill in identifying and resolving problems

Core customers and key relationships

• Patients
• Patients, Families and Friends
• Physicians and Other Medical Staff
• External Medical Partners

The salary range for this role is $93,828 to $140,742 annually 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. 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.