Cardiology Lab Vascular Ultrasound Technologist - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic -

UnitedHealth Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Stock purchase plan

Career development

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of UnitedHealth Group’s Optum family, seeks a Cardiology Laboratory Vascular Ultrasound Technologist in Houston. You will operate ultrasound equipment for diagnostic venous and arterial studies across site locations, using RIS and PACS to manage imaging and clerical tasks.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, RVT/RVS certification, 2+ years vascular ultrasound experience, and strong communication skills. BLS is required; extended shifts may be needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of vascular ultrasound experience with venous imaging experience.
• RVT or RVS certification and BLS required.
• Proficient in imaging acquisition and RIS/PACS workflows.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-frequency ultrasound equipment for diagnostic purposes per policy.
• Perform venous and arterial studies as assigned across clinic sites.
• Utilize RIS and PACS to complete clerical and image-archiving tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical ultrasound proficiency

Venous ultrasound experience

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

RVT or RVS Certification

Tools

PACS experience

RIS experience

Vein clinic procedures

Job 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Upon the order of a qualified healthcare provider, the Cardiology Laboratory Vascular Ultrasound Technologist will operate equipment using high frequency sound waves for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Cardiology Laboratory Department and Kelsey-Seybold Clinic. Imaging services vary by location; therefore, performance of venous, and/or arterial studies or participation in Vein Clinic therapeutic procedures will be required depending on the assigned Clinic site. The Cardiology Laboratory Vascular Ultrasound Technologist will utilize a Radiology Information System (RIS) to complete clerical processes in conjunction with a designated Patient Archiving System (PACS). May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties.

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
• RVT or RVS BLS Certification
• 2+ years of direct clinical experience in vascular Ultrasound with 1 year cumulative in venous sonography
• Demonstrated ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of image acquisition.
• Proven excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. May be required to work extended shifts as directed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Healthcare related degree
• Radiofrequency Vein Ablations Other therapeutic vein agents and procedures PACS and RIS experience
• 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 - $52 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.