MFM/High-Risk OB Ultrasound Technologist - Middletown - Optum

Description

$10,00 Sign on Bonus

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:
Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
Demonstrate competency performing all diagnostic ultrasound procedures and the operation of all related equipment
Greet patients, obtain history, and enters information in computer system
Scan according to guidelines
Maintain logs; process paperwork for biopsies
Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
Responsible for all clinical aspects of ultrasonography suite; maintains cleanliness of examination rooms. Stock necessary medical and radiologic supplies
Assists in the completion of the accreditation process for American

College of Radiology (ACR) every three years
Maintain CPR certification
Observe patient vital signs during examination
Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules)
Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires
Provide a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
Maintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other persons
Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; performs quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency in utilizing systems Contribute to efficient out-patient Operations, maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedure
Demonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employees and contributes to a collaborative work environment
Meet or exceed deadlines, follows through, demonstrating accountability, flexibility and adaptability
Enhance professional growth and maintain certifications, registration and active CME's through education programs, conferences, and workshops
Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs
Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and safety
Contribute to efficient out-patient Operations, maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedure
Demonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employees and contributes to a collaborative work environment
Meet or exceed deadlines, follows through, demonstrating accountability, flexibility and adaptability
Enhance professional growth and maintain certifications, registration and active CME's through education programs, conferences, and workshops
Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs
Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and safety

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 equivalent
Completion of an accredited course in ultrasonography
ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) certification or ability to obtain within one year

Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography or sonography
2+ years of experience in ultrasonography
MFM, Maternal Fetal Medicine Technologist
Proven ability to follow oral and written instructions
Proven ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization
Proven ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department's computerized system and its associated devices

Physical Demands:
Standing and walking for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds
Ability to assist patients weighing 300 pounds or more and place them in appropriate positions for the operation of equipment
Eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review images
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 $28.94 to $51.63 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

UnitedHealth Group 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.

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