Ultrasound Technologist Meriden CT

$2500. Sign On Bonus (for external candidates)

ProHealth Physicians (CT), part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our team in Meriden, CT. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. 

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

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. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. 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.   

ProHealth Physicians Imaging has an immediate opening for a friendly, customer focused and detailed oriented Ultrasound Technologist to join our team.  This is a full time (40 hour) Monday – Friday 7:30am – 5 pm, position in our Meriden region, must be able to cover Ultrasound requests at other nearby clinics if needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate respect for patients and ProHealth staff by presenting a friendly, courteous manner at all times and maintaining patient confidentiality
• Provide attention to patients in a manner that builds confidence, trust and loyalty
• Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients for their ultrasound exam by collecting and recording (as applicable):  Patient demographics, Height and weight, Current medications, Chief complaint, and history
• Review all patient orders for appropriate demographics, relevant information and meets the standard of “medical necessity”
• Triage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with ProHealth’s Appointment and Scheduling Guidelines
• Conduct patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical sonography examination ordered in accordance with professional and facility protocols
• Apply independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely and thoroughly perform diagnostic sonography exams 
• Apply independent judgement during the exam to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images
• Document pertinent patient information for our Radiologists
• As necessary, acquire additional ultrasound imaging to facilitate optimum diagnosis results for the Radiologist
• Create and review your daily patient log for productivity and billing purposes
• Use the CoActiv Picture Archive & Communication system (PACS) for reviewing images and reports
• Review all of the Imaging reports for accuracy and contact the Radiology group for any necessary addendums
• Order supplies and maintain appropriate records
• Prepare and maintain equipment to follow our quality maintenance program.  Follow ProHealth Physicians Imaging QI policies which include our report timeliness and completeness, productivity reporting, patient satisfaction surveys, and record keeping policies
• Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA, ACR, HIPAA and IAC regulations and ProHealth policies
• Assist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork
• Perform other duties as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group?  Put it all together – competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
• More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

ProHealth Physicians is Connecticut’s leading community-based medical group. Formed in 1997, we have primary care offices in every county. Our 300+ doctors and advance practice clinicians care for children and adults of all ages. We also have in-house imaging and clinical lab services. Traditional medicine treats people when they’re sick. Instead, we focus on preventing diseases. Our goal is to give our patients — and their communities — the tools they need to be and stay well. This is how we help people live healthier lives. Together, we’re making health care work better for everyone.

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:

• Completion of a professional program for sonography at an accredited education institution and experience in abdominal, renal, vascular, gynecological, and small part exams  
• Current sonography certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) (Must continue medical education credits and be compliant with their certification)
• Ability and willingness to obtain Vascular certification within 6 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to demonstrate commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning by completing required continuing medical education, research, and training
• Basic computer knowledge and aptitude, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience working with an electronic health record 

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.