Description

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The CT Technologist is responsible for accurate and efficient imaging with little to no supervision, the ability to work quickly and efficiently and assist the Radiologist as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Able to operate all CT equipment. Able to perform all aspects of studies in accordance with Department and Clinic standards, policies and procedures. Able to perform exams to produce satisfactory diagnostic studies for interpretation.
• Abide by radiation safety protocols and maintain records required to comply with state regulations
• Able to perform sterile technique and administer of intravenous contrast
• Ability to access the radiology information system and imaging archive system
• Familiar with the operation and calibration of the imaging and processing equipment. Able to trouble shoot problems and familiar with the service arrangements for the equipment.
• Able to communicate with staff, providers, and patients professionally in person and over the phone
• Assists with orientation of new employees and helps instruct radiology technology students. Completes other duties as assigned by the Department Supervisor and Manager. Maintains a neat and professional appearance and work area.
• Participates in continuing education programs as required by the licensure board and Clinic quality improvement activities and in-services
• Participates in the Clinic Environment Health and Safety Programs

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 or GED from an accredited program
• Graduate from an approved Radiology Technology program
• ARRT (R) (CT)
• MRT- General Certificate
• CT registry within 1 year of hire
• BCLS certification through American Heart Association
• Ability to use computer keyboard and grasp advanced elements of computed tomography
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of CT school
• 1+ years of PACS and RIS experience
• Radiology Technologist experience
• Experience on a multi-slice scanner
• Venipuncture IV administration experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and/or Excel
• Bi-lingual or multi-lingual

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.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.