UnitedHealth Group

Mammography Technologist

UnitedHealth Group • $58K — $104K *
Mount Kisco, NY 10549In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) (M) certified
  • Diagnostic Mammography certified
  • Ability to use department's computerized system and associated devices
  • Associate or Baccalaureate degree in radiography preferred
  • 1+ years of experience as a general radiologic technologist preferred
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Responsibilities

  • Identify anatomical orientation on all mammographic images
  • Demonstrate competency in mammographic procedures and related equipment
  • Greet and obtain patient history, entering information into the system
  • Obtain mammographic images according to guidelines
  • Maintain logs and process paperwork for biopsies
  • Provide quality patient care by addressing concerns before and after examination
  • Examine radiologic film for properties such as density and contrast

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution options
  • Sign-on bonus for external candidates
Full Job Description
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates

The Mammography Technologist I 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 CME's through education programs, conferences, and workshops


Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) (M) certified or ability to obtain within one year
  • Diagnostic Mammography certified
  • Demonstrated ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's 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, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

About UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group is a medical facility. They offer health technology, health finance, and pharmacy services. They are utilizing clinical data and intelligence to assist in the redesign, automation, and deployment of technology to streamline administrative operations and clinical decision-making. Payment systems for both consumers and providers are critical components of a health-care system.

UnitedHealth Group Careers

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Learn more about UnitedHealth Group
Size
350,000 employees
Market Cap
$493.1 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$15.4 billion
Founded
1974
5 Year Trend
+9.2%
Revenue
$257.1 billion
NASDAQ
UNH
* Ladders Estimates

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