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Per Diem position- Shift coverage includes overnight's and weekends with some facilities being open 7 days per week.

Optum NV is seeking a CT Tech to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs CT exams and general radiology imaging procedures per department protocol. Responsible for daily operations within the Imaging - CT Department/routine x-ray, including patient schedules, reporting equipment failures, and quality assessment
• Following physicians' orders, produces CT images and routine x-ray images per departmental protocol for the use in diagnosing medical problems
• Greets, correctly identifies patient, prepares patient for examination, and explains specific procedures to be performed in appropriate confidential area
• Obtain necessary consents from the patients and verifies required lab values; Initiates, maintains and discontinues IV access
• Accurately maintains patient imaging records, utilizing the radiology information system (R.I.S.) and PACS/Synapse application, EMR (electronic Medical record)  in accordance to HIPAA, and company guidelines, policies and procedure
• Processes CT images/ radiologic digital images, examines for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability, and generates additional plans of images as needed for the Radiologist review
• Knowledgeable process for transferring images into the PAC/Synapse computer system (downtime process, print, Cd copy per protocol)
• Prepares copies of images, preliminary reports, and contacts referring physician when required according to established procedures
• Maintains Imaging equipment, work area, and ensures adequate supplies are available, follows all safety standards and uses radiation protection when operating CT equipment/General x-ray equipment
• Assists lower level employees with more complex issues and problems
• May also be assigned to other modalities provided incumbent is certified or licensed in those modalities
• Will comply with annual mandatory Fit Testing as a job requirement
   

Exposure to radiation, risk of exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. Is able to float with varied days/shifts,  Rotates within Imaging department to include satellite offices to meet business operations; reliable transportations is required. Flexible to work overtime and on call as needed. Work some Holidays required.

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 education, GED
• Advanced knowledge of CT (imaging) equipment, testing and safety hazards related to radiology
• Comprehensive knowledge of CT (imaging) positioning/procedures and diagnosis
• Advanced understanding in the axial, coronal and sagittal planes of CT images
• Knowledge and experience in performing General radiology routine x-ray
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Basic computer skills, RIS & PACS
• Proven ability to effectively communicate technical procedures and results with patients and providers
• Skilled in properly positioning patients to provide quality imaging
• Skilled in starting and stopping IV's (using IV catheters) for contrast injection
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience as a CT Technologist

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 $29.00 to $52.00 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.