Job Description

Clinic Radiology Technologist - $18-32 per hour at Optum summary:

The Clinic Radiology Technologist coordinates and schedules radiology, cardiology, pulmonary, and nuclear medicine procedures to ensure accurate and timely patient care. They manage patient appointments, communicate preparation instructions, handle outsourcing authorizations, and assist in maintaining operational efficiency in a high-volume clinical environment. This role requires strong customer service skills, basic computer literacy, and medical scheduling experience within a healthcare setting.

Optum is seeking a Clinic Radiology Technologist for a job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Scheduling ancillary tests and procedures in a medically correct sequence in the Radiology Dept., Cardiology & Pulmonary Lab and Nuclear Medicine Dept
• Outsourcing patients to contract vendors and preparing authorization for exams done outside of the clinic
• Confirming and rescheduling appointments when equipment is down
• Providing patients with appropriate instructions, directions, and prep kits

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
• 1+ years of scheduling experience
• Proven basic PC literacy including Alpha/Numeric Forms Entry
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of medical or radiology experience
• Proven insurance knowledge
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume area

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 $17.74 to $31.63 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 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.

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.

Optum Job ID #2306673. Posted job title: Ancillary Scheduler - Radiology - Kelsey Seybold Clinic - Main Campus

About Optum

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The benefits listed below are provided as a general overview. They are not intended to represent the full scope of programs available, nor do they guarantee coverage for all employees

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance

Keywords:

radiology technologist, medical scheduling, patient care, radiology department, ancillary tests, healthcare scheduling, patient instructions, insurance authorization, clinical operations, healthcare services

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Minimum wage, Full time, Contract work, Work experience placement, Local area,

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