Ultrasound Technologist - Crystal Run Healthcare

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates 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. 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 CMEs 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. 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 enter information in computer system Scan according to guidelines Maintain logs; process paperwork for biopsies Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPAA 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 Observe patient vital signs during examination 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 communicate 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 CMEs 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 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 Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography or sonography 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 devices Physical Demands Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds #J-18808-Ljbffr UnitedHealth Group