Radiology Technologist - Seattle, WA

Requisition number: 2367135

Job category: Healthcare Delivery, Radiology/Healthcare Tech

$8,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

New graduates welcome! Training offered into other modalities!

Optum WA, (formerly The Polyclinic) is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join our team in Seattle, WA. 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, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

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.

The Radiology Technologist functions as an integral member of the team and is responsible for fulfilling all job requirements including but not limited to: exemplary patient care, operation and maintenance of digital imaging equipment, quality control and radiation safety, knowledge of all x-ray and fluoroscopic procedures, solid teamwork skills as well as the ability to work independently, and the willingness and adaptability to learn new exams as we are an ever expanding company in modalities and technology.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Produce radiographs of highest possible quality and with the least risk to the patient for medical diagnostic purposes

• Strictly follow all ACR, FDA, Medicare and Washington State laws regarding Radiological procedures

• Monitor patients during study to assure highest possible quality of examination Insures thoroughness and safety of study while setting priority of clinical need

• Communicate on regular basis with radiologists on the best approach to tailor examination to clinical need

• Review images for technical quality

• Knowledgeable in all aspects of plain film and fluoroscopy

• Working knowledge of the RIS, PACS

The Polyclinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we're able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. 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:

• Graduate of AMA-approved school of Radiological Technology

• Current ARRT certification

• Active WA state license or pending application

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience

• 1+ years of experience working as a Radiology Technologist

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)

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, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $27.00 - $47.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

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