For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.nnOptum’s Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities. Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions.nnThis role is responsible for performing diagnostic medical ultrasound examinations, not requiring constant supervision of technical details, with a comprehensive knowledge of ultrasound examinations. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas or procedures as needed.nnSupports OBGYN and Family/Internal MedicinennPrimary Responsibilities:nnConsistently exhibits behavior and communication skills demonstrating Optum commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care, and concern with every internal and external customernnProduces diagnostic ultrasound with the ability to recognize visualized anatomy and pathology in all ultrasound modalitiesnnSelects the proper type of equipment (transducers, frequency, Doppler, etc.) as required for each examinationnnConsistently demonstrates technical proficiency in producing diagnostic scansnnExplains procedures and equipment to patients and check for understandingnnEnsures that the patient’s needs for privacy and confidentiality are met and that the patient is physically covered whenever possiblennConsistently uses and reinforces proper body mechanics and appropriate personal protection equipmentnnSelf-identifies unsafe systems, processes, and/or situations and report them using the appropriate formsnnConsistently demonstrates knowledge of infection control standardsnnMaintains a clean, neat and safe environment for patients and staff according to company and department policiesnnAssists in the development of new procedures and techniques as requirednnPerforms general office duties such as ordering supplies and equipment as needednnEnsures that the delivery of services reflects efficient and effective use of supplies and appropriate utilization of resourcesnnAttends and participates in educational programs and shares knowledge with peersnnAdheres to Universal Precautions at all timesnnAdheres to safety policies and procedures at all timesnnUses, protects, and discloses patients’ protected health information (PHI) only by Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standardsnnPerforms additional duties as assignednnYou’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.nnRequired Qualifications:nnHigh School diploma, GED or equivalent experiencennGraduate from an accredited school of SonographynnARDMS certification in OB/GYN or Abdomennn3+ years of ultrasound experiencennPreferred Qualifications:nnBasic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)nnCompletion of formal Vascular Technology programnnCompletion of Br (registered in Breast Ultrasound)nnCalifornia Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $28.03 to $54.95 per hour. 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.nnAt 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.nnDiversity 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.nnOptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.