Medical Assistant - Limited X-Ray Tech

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Optum's Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities. Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions.

The Limited Licensed Technician performs limited diagnostic procedures as licensed with a comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, radiographic techniques, and positioning. They assume responsibilities for designated areas or functions as required.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills demonstrating a commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care, and concern with every internal and external customer

• Produces diagnostic radiographs with a comprehensive knowledge of all techniques and positioning procedures

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of dark room procedures

• Explains the procedures to patients and checks for understanding

• Ensures that the patient's needs for privacy and confidentiality are met and that the patient is physically covered whenever possible

• Maintains a sterile and safe environment for patients and staff according to company and department policies

• Performs general office duties, including coordination of the daily Radiology schedule

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of file room management

• Orders supplies as needed

• Ensures that the delivery of services reflects efficient and effective use of supplies and appropriate utilization of resources

• Consistently demonstrates knowledge of infection control standards

• Consistently uses and reinforces proper body mechanics and appropriate personal protection equipment

• Self-identifies unsafe systems, processes, or situations and reports them using the appropriate forms and always adheres to safety policies and procedures

• Always adheres to Universal Precautions

• Attends and participates in educational programs and shares knowledge with peers

• Uses, protects, and discloses patients' protected health information (PHI) only following Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards

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:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

• Current California X-Ray Technician Limited Permit

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers (AHA)

• 1+ years of experience

Preferred Qualification:

• 3+ years of experience working in radiology

California Residents Only: The hourly range for California residents is $18.80 to $36.78 per hour. 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.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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.

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