Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem at UnitedHealth Group
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Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem
Requisition number 2286483
Job category Healthcare Delivery
Primary location Poughkeepsie NY
Date posted 03172026
Overtime status Non-exempt
Travel No
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At Optum youll 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 whileCaring. 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 enters 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 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
Observe patient vital signs during examination
Provide coverage as needed i.e. in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules
Provide instructionmentoring 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 CMEs through education programs conferences and workshops
Acquire patients chart daterequisition 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
Youll 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
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