Ultrasound Technologist

Optum; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 83,097,000 - 149,001,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist II in Poughkeepsie, NY. This role includes maintaining registration and CME activity, a sign-on bonus for external candidates, and a collaborative environment within a national healthcare organization.

Responsibilities include performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures, maintaining equipment and records, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. The position offers professional growth, competitive benefits, and alignment with Optum’s mission to improve

Responsibilities

• Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assure proper file identification.
• Demonstrate competency performing all diagnostic ultrasound procedures and operating all related equipment.
• Greet patients, obtain history, and enter information in the computer system.
• Scan according to guidelines.
• Maintain logs and process paperwork for biopsies.
• Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPAA regulations.
• Responsible for all clinical aspects of the ultrasonography suite and keep examination rooms clean.
• Assist in accrediting the American College of Radiology (ACR) every three years.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Provide coverage as needed (call outs or extended patient schedules).
• Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires.
• Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment, and safety.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited course in ultrasonography

ARDMS certification or ability to obtain

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Ultrasound Technologist (2384959)

Ultrasound Technologist - 2384959

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Optum New York, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our team in Poughkeepsie, NY. 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.

The Ultrasound Technologist II is responsible for maintenance of registration and active CME’s in ultrasound in order to provide excellent service. This also includes creating a tranquil environment, so patients will be able to adhere to examination instructions.

Position Highlights & 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
• 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 completing of the accreditation process for the American College of Radiology (ACR) every three years
• Maintain CPR certification
• 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; demonstrated competency in utilizing systems
• Contribute to efficient out-patient operations, maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
• Review each examination for technical accuracy, present completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to person responsible for the care of patients following the procedure
• Demonstrated 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 date/requisition and reviews both to determine correct 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

Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum – from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization
• Demonstrated ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department’s computerized system and its associated devi

Physical Demands:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to lift patients weighing up to 300 pounds and place them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment
• Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films

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.

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 characteristicprotected 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.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer 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.

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