Level I - Clinic Ultrasound Technologist - $28-50 per hour

Optum is seeking a Clinic Ultrasound Technologist Level I for a job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Ultrasound Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation’s leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Ultrasound Technologist at varying levels (I, II, III). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Upon the order of a qualified provider, the Ultrasound Technologist utilizes equipment that employs high frequency sound waves for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
• Imaging services vary by location, therefore, performance of sonohysterography and/or vascular ultrasound may be required dep ending on assigned site
• Utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) to complete clerical processes and the designated Patient Archiving System (PACS)
• May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties
• Ultrasound Technologist II:  
  
  • Includes all duties of Ultrasound Technologist I 
  • Requires additional experience and/or certification.  
• Ultrasound Technologist III:  
  
  • Includes all duties of Ultrasound Technologist I and II  
    
  • Requires additional experience and/or certification  

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 GED from an accredited program  
  
• Education sufficient meet applicant status with the ARDMS or ARRT (S)  
  
• RDMS OR RT(R) (S) OR Must be a current applicant to the ARDMS or ARRT (S) and MUST achieve one of these certifications within 1 year of hire date. Failure to do so will render the individual unable to meet the minimum job requirements for an ultrasound tech and result in termination of employment in that capacity  
  
• BLS certification through American Heart Association  
  
• Proven ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of digital image acquisition  
  
• Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills  

Preferred Qualifications:

• For Ultrasound Technologist II: 
  
  • Healthcare related degree  
  • RT(R), RDMS, (Ab) (OB) (BR)
  • RDMS with 2 specialty registries applicable to our practice OR RT(R) (S) and 2 specialty registries applicable to our practice 
  • 1+ years of ultrasound experience (May be met through completion of a formal ultrasound training program offering minimum 1-year clinical instruction)  
  • PACS and RIS experience 
  • Proven ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of digital image acquisition  
  • Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills  
• For Ultrasound Technologist III:  
  
  • Healthcare related degree  
  • RT (R), RDMS, (Ab)(OB)(BR) RVT and/or RVS 
  • RDMS with minimum 2 specialty ultrasound registries as well as the RVT or RVS OR RT(R) (S) with an RVT or RVS  
  • 3+ years of ultrasound experience PACS and RIS experience  
  • 2+ years of ultrasound experience. (May be met through completion of a formal ultrasound training program offering 1-year clinical instruction)  
  • PACS and RIS experience 
  • Proven ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of digital image acquisition  
  • Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills 

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 $28.27 to $50.48 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.

UnitedHealth Group 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. 

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

Optum Job ID #2305877. Posted job title: Ultrasound Technologist I/II/III - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic: Fairfield

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Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance