High Salary: Ultrasound Technologist – Per Diem Position Available In Dutchess, New York

Job Description:

$5,000 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates Opportunities withOptum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEATHNew York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference inthe lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundredsof locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work withstate-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share yourpassion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic healthcare organization and discover the meaning behind Caring.

Connecting. Growing together. The Ultrasound Technologist II isresponsible for maintenance of registration and active CME’s inultrasound in order to provide excellent service. This alsoincludes creating a tranquil environment, so patients will be ableto adhere to examination instructions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assuresproper file identification on all images
• Demonstrate competencyperforming all diagnostic ultrasound procedures and the operationof all related equipment
• Greet patients, obtain history, andenters information in computer system
• Scan according toguidelines
• Maintain logs; process paperwork for biopsies
• Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
• Maintainquality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
• Responsiblefor all clinical aspects of ultrasonography suite; maintainscleanliness of examination rooms. Stock necessary medical andradiologic supplies
• Assists in the completing of theaccreditation process for the American College of Radiology (ACR)every three years
• Maintain CPR certification
• Observe patientvital signs during examination
• Provide coverage as needed (i.e.,in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules)
• Provideinstruction/mentoring to new hires
• Provide a positive patientexperience; share information with patients, providing knowledgeabout the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps andrequirements
• Maintain communication with radiologists and otherphysicians, patients and their families, and other persons
• Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality withoutrecommendation of additional image acquisition; performs qualityassurance on images and equipment; demonstrated competency inutilizing systems
• Contribute to efficient out-patient operations,maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
• Review eachexamination for technical accuracy, present completed examinationsto radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to personresponsible for the care of patients following the procedure
• Demonstrated teamwork; interacts in a positive manner withemployees and contributes to a collaborative work environment
• Meet or exceed deadlines, follows through, demonstratingaccountability, flexibility and adaptability
• Enhance professionalgrowth and maintain certifications, registration and active CME’sthrough education programs, conferences, and workshops
• Acquirepatients’ chart date/requisition and reviews both to determinecorrect set-up and learn of any specific medical problems,contraindications to the study and verify that the study beingordered correlates to the diagnostic needs
• Educate patientsregarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding andsafety You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in anenvironment that will challenge you and give you clear direction onwhat it takes to succeed in your role as well as providedevelopment for other roles you may be interested in.

RequiredQualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion ofan accredited course in ultrasonography
• ARDMS (American Registryfor Diagnostic Medical Sonography) certification

PreferredQualifications:

• Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree inradiography or sonography
• 5 years of experience as an UltrasoundTechnologist
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and writteninstructions
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with patients,visitors, and employees within the organization
• Demonstratedability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department’scomputerized system and its associated devices

Physical Demands:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Abilityto lift patients weighing up to 300 pounds and place them inappropriate positions for operation of equipment
• Requireseyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and reviewdeveloped films The hourly range for this role is $28.

61 to $56.06per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on severalfactors including but not limited to local labor markets,education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Groupcomplies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition toyour salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, acomprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs,equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits aresubject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when youbegin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reachingchoice of benefits and incentives. At UnitedHealth Group, ourmission is to help people live healthier lives and make the healthsystem work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race,gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves theopportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, thereare still far too many barriers to good health which aredisproportionately experienced by people of color, historicallymarginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committedto mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling anddelivering equitable care that addresses health disparities andimproves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in ourmission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunityemployer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, nationalorigin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic 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 beginningemployment.