Per Diem Fetal Echo Sonographer

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About the Role

Performs maternal-fetal medicine high-risk obstetric ultrasounds working with on-site perinatologists, including:

• First trimester ultrasounds, with and without transvaginal ultrasounds
• Detailed anatomy level one & level two ultrasounds in the second and third trimester
• Fetal Echocardiography
• Nuchal Translucency/Nasal Bone
• Maternal and fetal Doppler studies
• BPP 3D ultrasounds
• Ultrasounds on patients with high BMI, scanning multiples

Educates patients/families regarding procedures and/or treatments to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior and conduct in all interactions, fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources, and quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates excellent customer service through positive patient experience; promotes positive inter/intradepartmental communications and relationships; maintains confidentiality.
• With guidance and supervision from the Clinical Coordinator, operates ultrasound equipment, adjusting controls according to the organ to be examined, depth of field, and other test specifications to obtain a medical diagnosis using appropriate acoustical parameters and in accordance with accepted protocols.
• Maintains knowledge of procedures/protocols, applies knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, and can identify pathology within the scope of practice to obtain necessary diagnostic information.
• Properly identifies patient information using two patient identifiers and complies with National Patient Safety Goals standards. Performs procedures as outlined, including routine, specialized, emergency, and urgent imaging procedures. Responsible for providing accurate, high-quality exams.
• Maintains operational communication with Clinical Coordinator and manager; shares information and follows through with assigned tasks.
• Operates and maintains exam room and equipment, evaluates equipment problems, and takes appropriate action to expedite necessary service or repair. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding in effectively operating all equipment. Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with departmental procedures. Keeps work areas stocked with appropriate supplies and ensures supplies are not damaged or outdated.
• Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notifies the MFM Physician; verifies timely transfer of images to the AS Software system.
• Assures ongoing compliance with JC, MQSA, and ACR regulatory and DPH/CMS requirements. Participates in departmental quality assurance activities.
• Presents self to all patients and other customers in a pleasant, professional, and courteous manner at all times.
• Attends and participates in in-service meetings and other designated training events that will enhance clinical skills, as documented by attendance at meetings/seminars.
• Accurately inputs data, demographics, and information into appropriate modality-specific computer applications and systems.
• Assists in the training of technologists when assigned to the same work area according to departmental procedures. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new procedures and accept new responsibilities.
• Observes strict safety standards in specialty, ensuring the safety of patients, family members, staff, and visitors. Maintains an environment that is free of hazards.
• Utilizes time effectively by coordinating patients and procedures to achieve maximum productivity as observed by the supervisor.
• Maintains AIUM standards of practice and AIUM standards on patient safety.

Requirements

• Associate of Science (Required) or completion of an accredited program in Medical Ultrasound.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cardiovascular preferred.
• Two or more years' work experience performing Maternal Fetal Medicine ultrasound (having the ARDMS in OB-GYN).
• Two or more years' experience in Fetal Echocardiogram and registered in Fetal Echocardiography (FE) Specialty under either the RDMS or RDCS credentials through ARDMS.
• Maintains all skills with certification on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• RDMS (OB) required within six months of hire.
• Nuchal Translucency certification required within six months of hire.
• Valid and active ARDMS or RDCS certification.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (American Heart Association required).

Physical Demand

Travel as needed to other MFM locations per staffing needs.