Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer
Facility: Marsh Main Location – Marshfield, WI (1000 N Oak Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449, USA). Candidates can be located at either the Marshfield or Weston campus.
About the role
The Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Sonographer performs specialized, high-risk obstetric ultrasound examinations to support the diagnosis, monitoring, and management of maternal and fetal conditions. This role requires advanced technical expertise, clinical knowledge, and collaboration with maternal-fetal medicine physicians and interdisciplinary teams. This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $20,000.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive obstetric ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols, including first trimester screening and nuchal translucency, detailed fetal anatomic surveys (Level II), fetal growth assessments and biophysical profiles, and advanced Doppler studies on but not limited to umbilical artery, middle cerebral artery, uterine artery, and ductus venosus for multiple gestations.
- May perform routine obstetric exams in addition to high-risk maternal fetal medicine exams depending on location.
- Acquire and optimize high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and adherence to as low as reasonably achievable principles.
- Recognize normal and abnormal maternal-fetal anatomy and physiology; promptly communicate significant findings to the interpreting physician.
- Assist with invasive procedures, including but not limited to amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
- Accurately document exam findings, measurements, and patient information as appropriate, in the electronic medical record in a timely manner.
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and care teams to support comprehensive patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Maintain proficiency in evolving MFM imaging techniques, technologies, and clinical best practices.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards (e.g., American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine/American College of Radiology as applicable) and departmental quality initiatives. Assist with accreditation when applicable.
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care, demonstrate professionalism and sensitivity in high-risk and emotionally complex situations.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma. In lieu of education, must have one-year equivalent work experience.
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with OB/GYN specialty from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required.
- Nuchal Translucency (NT) and cervical length certifications required within 1 year of hire.
- Credentialed in Fetal Echocardiography from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required within 3 years of hire.
- If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.
- For employees who provide outreach mobile services, maintenance of a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. This may include passenger on flights and occasional overnight stays at assigned sites.
Schedule
- Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
- Job Schedule: Full time
- Weekly Hours: 40.00
Pay
- Salary Range: $38.00 - $52.00 per hour
- This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $20,000
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Work/life balance benefits
- Generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
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Department Details
Highly specialized MFM Practice including 2 MDs and 1 PA. Diverse clinical cases that support continued learning and professional growth. Be part of growing the department with mobile outreach services.