Cardiac Sonographer

$12,000 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.

Under general supervision, provides primary technical assistance to the Cardiology Department through the Non-Invasive Lab, providing necessary support to the physicians within established guidelines. Facilitates a smooth work and patient flow.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs 2D, M-Mode Doppler, and exercise stress echocardiography (Treadmill and Pharmacologic) as directed by physicians
• Provides Patient Centered Care through patient education, explanation of processes, and timely test results
• Compiles timely reports which are submitted to Cardiologist for analysis and interpretation
• Maintains echocardiography equipment. Orders and stocks all echocardiography supplies
• Proficient on completing preliminary report form for placement in the Intelispace cardiovascular reporting system
• Follows all required infection control procedures
• Attends required meetings and participates in professional development
• Facilitates and Maintains interdepartmental professionalism and communication

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, GED or equivalent experience
• Completion of a formal accredited Ultrasound training program
• Meets the requirements for registry by ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in adult Echo and Stress Echo
• Registry with the ARDMS in Adult Echocardiography within one year of employment if not registered
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross) 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Ultrasound
• 2+ years of cardiac scanning experience with adult patients

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 $40.00 to $60.00 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.