Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Southwest Medical – Las Vegas, NV

$5000 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates

Optum NV is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist 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. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. 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:

• Work in accordance with the IAC – Intersocietal Accreditation Commission and State of Nevada Radiation Control Program
• Acquire images and process patient data on multiple pieces of equipment
• Perform all mandatory quality control measures on all equipment
• Maintain records of all quality measures performed
• Start IVs
• Follow existing SOPs
• Work cooperatively with cardiovascular technologists, nurses and physicians
• Assist the radiation safety officer with monitoring and posting of monthly staff radiation badge readings
• Educate all staff within cardiology on the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles
• Coordinate daily patient flow and scheduling through the nuclear lab
• Order radiopharmaceuticals
• Support the overall vision of the Positive Patent Experience by achieving a positive balance of healthcare, cost outcomes and patient satisfaction. Ensures standards of care are implemented and in compliance with all state and federal regulations, standards of practice, and Southwest Medical and UHG policies and procedures
• Other responsibilities as assigned
   

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:

• Associates Degree 
• BLS Certified
• 5+ years of experience in the field of nuclear medicine
• ARRT and/or NMNTCB registered technologist

Preferred Qualification:

• 2+ years of experience in cardiology

Nevada Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $28.03 to $54.95 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

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.