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Mammography Technologist - $28-50 per hour

Optum

Elmont, NY
1 day ago
$28.27 - $50.48

Job Description

Join Optum as a Mammography Technologist and play a vital role in providing quality patient care through advanced imaging techniques. Be part of a dynamic healthcare team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assure proper file identification
  • Demonstrate competency performing all mammographic procedures and operating related equipment
  • Greet patients, obtain history, and enter information in the computer system
  • Obtain mammographic images according to guidelines
  • Maintain logs and process paperwork for biopsies
  • Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
  • Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPAA regulations
  • Maintain cleanliness of examination rooms and stock necessary supplies
  • Assist in the completion of the accreditation process for ACR
  • Observe patient vital signs during examination
  • Provide coverage as needed
  • Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires
  • Ensure a positive patient experience and maintain communication with radiologists and other medical staff

Required Qualifications

  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) (M) certified
  • Diagnostic Mammography certified or willing to obtain within 180 days
  • Electronic medical records experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree or Bachelor's degree in Radiography, Radiation Therapy, or Nuclear Medicine
  • 1+ years of experience as a general radiologic technologist
  • EPIC EMR experience

Benefits & Perks

Holiday PayContinuing Education401k retirement planSick payWellness and fitness programsEmployee assistance programsMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsLife insurance$10,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates