Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer II-Full Time Days

Facility Cape Fear Valley Perinatology Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department CFV Perinatology Job Family Allied Health Work Shift Days (United States of America) Summary The Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer is fully competent to perform all diagnostic procedures for the diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions. Major Job Functions The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Competence in the technical operations of all equipmentPerforms clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations.Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures.Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Perinatologist.Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs.Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department.Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area and maintains adequate supplies.Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job: Education And Formal Training High school diploma or equivalent requiredGraduate of AMA approved Sonography program requiredARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required andNuchal Translucency Certification OR Fetal Echocardiogram Certification requiredLevel II sonographer must hold ARDMS certification in 2 areas, requiredCurrent AHA CPR certification required Work Experience 2 years of experience required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English languageTechnical skills and expertise in performing diagnostic and vascular sonographyPositive interpersonal skillsVerbal and written skillsCompassionate patient careKnowledge of growth and development and understands range of treatment needed for all age groupsAbility to provide care based on the patient’s developmental needsEffective patient care and interacts effectively with patients of all ages Physical Requirements Ability to communicate orallyDexterity and visual acuityMobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situationsAbility to stand for long periods of timeAbility to bend lift up to 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 poundsPosition may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material Required Licenses And Certifications Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity