OverviewToday, SCA Health has grown to 11,000 teammates who care for 1 million patients each year and support physician specialists holistically in many aspects of patient care. Together, our teammates create value in specialty care by aligning physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal: delivering on the quadruple aim of high-quality outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care.As part of Optum, we participate in an integrated care delivery system that enables us to support our partners as they navigate a complex healthcare environment, Only SCA Health has a dynamic group of physician-driven, specialty care businesses that allows us to customize solutions, no matter the need or challenge:
We connect patients to physicians in new and differentiated ways as part of Optum and with our new Specialty Management Solutions business.
We have pioneered a physician-led, multi-site model of practice solutions that restores physician agency by aligning incentives to support growth and transition to value-based care.
We lead the industry in value-based payment solutions through our Global 1 bundled payment convener, that provides easy predictable billing to patients.
We help physicians address everything beyond surgical procedures, including anesthesia and ancillary service lines.
The new SCA Health represents who we are today and where we are going—and the growing career opportunities for YOU.ResponsibilitiesPOSITION PURPOSE To produce imaging using ultrasound technology to assist physicians with formulating a medical diagnosis, while complying with safety and regulatory requirements. Specifically conducts ultrasound exams and documents clinically appropriate results for interpretive physician records. A. JOB KNOWLEDGE 1. Reviews Medical Imaging request for proper examination and clinical information
2. Assures that patients are properly screened and assessments are performed before the patient is taken into the
ultrasound room.
3. Performs Ultrasound scans using proper protocols established by the radiologist
4. Follows emergency procedures when indicted.
5. Assures films are properly processed and sent to the radiologist for interpretation.
a. After each patient is scanned, images should be ready to read
6. Maintains current and competent through continuing education seminars, membership in professional
organizations and review of current literature and memos.
7. Assure that the equipment is clean and in good working condition, and reports all equipment problems.
8. Attends hospital in-services and meetings.
9. Evaluates request form for proper clinical information and, if not available, follows through.
10. Is familiar with disaster, fire, and other policies which are important in the day-to-day operation of his/her
department.
11. Monitors patients conditions during the procedure
a. ability to communicate with each patient during scan
12. Adheres to and supports the established policies of the hospital
13. Assists in other areas of the Imaging Department and surgery as radiology technologist, when needed.
14. Attends continuing education programs specific to providing care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and/or
geriatric population, as applicable to area of practice.
15. Assists with clerical duties and transporting patients when neededQualificationsLicense or Certification
ARRT Registered
ARDMS Registered or registry eligible
Total Education, Vocational Training, and Experience
Graduate of an accredited program of Radiological Technology.
Ultrasound experience 3-5 years.
BLS
USD $45.00/Hr. USD $49.00/Hr.
