Cardiac Sonographer - Reliant Medical Group - Southborough

UnitedHealth Group; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Benefits package

401(k) contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Cardiovascular Echo Technologist to perform echocardiograms in the Cardiology department. The role requires RDCS certification, BLS/ACLS as applicable, and strong patient care focus.

You will document readings in the EMR, ensure ICAEL standards, and support ongoing education. The position emphasizes collaboration, safety, and high-quality care within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• RDCS certification required for the role.
• ACLS may be required depending on specialty.
• BLS certification required by many cardiology settings.

Responsibilities

• Performs Echocardiograms/Ultrasounds of the heart following standard procedures.
• Documents readings, measurements and technical information into EMR.
• Dispenses Echocardiogram reports to the Physician for reading and interpretation.
• Ensures ICAEL requirements and standards are met; maintains high patient care quality.
• Performs patient education and adheres to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Attends meetings and contributes to ongoing education and development.

Skills

RDCS

ACLS (may be required)

BLS

Education

RDCS certification

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Sign On Bonus - $5,000

Opportunities with Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses. Join a community-based, multi-specialty, physician-led organization where you will work with talented peers on a common purpose: improving the quality, cost and experience of health care. Here, we focus on delivering the best patient care, rather than volume. Through innovation and superior care management, we support patients and your well-being as a team member. Join a team at the forefront of value-based care and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position will perform Echocardiograms on patients in the Cardiology department and other related duties.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs Echocardiograms/Ultrasounds of the heart following standard procedures
• Documents all readings, measurements and technical information appropriately into the electronic medical record system
• Dispenses Echocardiogram reports to the assigned Physician for reading and interpretation
• Ensures the highest quality of patient care while performing the study, ensures ICAEL requirements and standards are met
• Performs Patient Education following standard procedures
• Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies such as DPH, etc.
• Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives
• Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, seminars, etc.
• Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed
• Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed
• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance will be 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:

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred Qualification:

• 2+ years of experience in adult echo and stress/echo
• Ability to provide CEU documentation required for certification
• Demonstrated ability to independently perform tests
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently
• Demonstrated good interpersonal, organizational, and decision-making skills

Physical Requirement:

• Physical health sufficient to meet the ergonomic standards and demands of the position

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 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.