Ultrasound Technologist

Optum; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401k contribution

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

OptumCare is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist in Eugene, Oregon. You will perform abdomen, pelvis, obstetric, vascular and musculoskeletal scans, ensuring patient comfort and high-quality images.

Maintain equipment, provide clinical history to physicians, and coordinate with front desk to keep a smooth schedule. The role emphasizes staying current with ultrasound technology through ongoing education and training, with a $7,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates and a competitive hourly pay

Job description

$7,500 Sign On Bonus For External Candidates

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of ultrasound examinations, including but not limited to abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, and musculoskeletal scans
• Position patients correctly to obtain clear images while ensuring their comfort and safety during the procedure
• Captures and saves high-quality ultrasound images, ensuring that they accurately represent the anatomy or pathology being examined
• Provides the physician with the clinical history appropriate to the exam being performed
• Maintains ultrasound equipment, performing routine maintenance and quality control checks on ultrasound equipment to ensure proper functionality
• Ensures surrounding areas are neat and organized
• Checks and reports any equipment failure or maintenance problems to the Department Manager/Supervisor/Lead Tech
• Coordinates with front desk personnel to assure a smooth ultrasound schedule Stays current with advances in ultrasound technology and medical knowledge by participating in continuing education and training

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

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• Graduate of an approved program in ultrasound technology
• Registered or eligible for registration with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in ultrasound physics, general abdominal, OB/GYN
• Current Sonography license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging. License can either be permanent or temporary. Permanent license required within 1 year of hire
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - IntelliSpace PACS, EPIC

Preferred Qualifications

• Other Registries with ARDMS
• 1+ years of experience as an Ultrasound Tech

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.