Radiology Technologist - Urgent Care Riverside Medical Group
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Middletown
Posted on: May 12, 2022
Job Description:
**$2,500 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates**As a part of the
OptumCare network, Riverside Medical Group is seeking a Radiologic
Technologist to join our growing team in Connecticut. this position
will float between offices in Derby, Middletown and Meriden. At
Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing
physician-led care locally. Work with the largest care delivery
organization in the world and start doing your life's best
work.(sm)Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic imaging
procedures
- Explains procedures and process to patients
- Moves imaging equipment into the specified position; determines
exposure factors on the basis of height, weight, the portion of the
body involved, and the degree of penetration required; and adjusts
equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of
proper detail, density, and accuracy
- Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation
to patients and staff
- Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology
procedures
- Processes images and reviews them for proper identification and
quality control
- Prepares images for reading by the radiologist or requesting
physician
- Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes
minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as
needed
- Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of
work performedYou'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/GED
- License or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology in
the state of Connecticut
- Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this
role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster
doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth
Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as
well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of
vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to
ensure compliancePreferred Qualifications:
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
certification
- 1+ years of experience working as a Radiologic
Technologist
- Experience with Epic EMR softwareTo protect the health and
safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve,
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all
employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to
beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require
full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job
function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and
local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client
COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary
information from candidates prior to employment to ensure
compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job
functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet
the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an
employment offer or termination of employmentOpportunities with
Riverside Medical Group. Discover what it means to be part of a
top-rated, premier medical practice with a deep commitment to
serving its community for over 35 years. We're also part of the
best hospital system in New Jersey and one of the best 50 hospitals
in the nation. Riverside Medical Group has over 25 locations in
Northern New Jersey, and we deliver quality-focused care to
patients of all ages. We recently became part of OptumCare-the
health care delivery part of Optum, backed by the scale and
resources of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies. Every day
we provide the ultimate patient experience through round-the-clock
access to health care teams, same day and walk-in appointments, as
well as charitable giving and a foundation that supports
scholarships and medical research. At Riverside, you'll play an
important role in helping people achieve optimal health, and that's
just the start. Learn more about career opportunities with
Riverside Medical Group, where you can help change the world as you
do your life's best work.(sm)Connecticut Residents Only: The hourly
range for Connecticut residents is $23.94 to $42.40. Pay is based
on several factors including but not limited to education, work
experience, certifications, etc. 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.**PLEASE NOTE** The Sign On Bonus is
only available to external candidates. -Candidates who are
currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a
related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis
("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a Sign On
Bonus.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group
is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and
all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law. -UnitedHealth Group
is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug
test before beginning employment.
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