per diem MFM sonographer

Facility: 55 Fogg Road, Weymouth, MA 02190 – Perinatology department. Part-time, day shift.

Pay

• Per diem rate: $60 per hour
• Budgeted hourly range: $44.54 – $59.95

Responsibilities

• Performs level II ultrasounds and assists in ultrasound-guided procedures (amniocentesis, CVS, biophysical profiles, dopplers, first-trimester screening)
• Receives and reviews scan requests; explains exams to patients with attention to physical and emotional needs
• Reviews exams and collaborates with Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists in a timely, collegial manner
• Demonstrates excellent bedside manner and interpersonal skills, especially with patients under stress
• Handles delivery of difficult news to patients; may attend hospital courses on this topic
• Applies knowledge of imaging processes, fetal anatomy, and physiology to acquire and utilize diagnostic information
• Stands and walks most of the day
• Follows and promotes the “Culture of Service Excellence”
• Completes paperwork and enters patient data in a timely manner to maintain patient flow
• Prepares, operates, and maintains ultrasound equipment; identifies malfunctions and reports repairs needed
• Follows strict protocols for cleaning and disinfecting equipment
• Maintains effective working relationships and communication with division members (sonographers, MFM staff, genetic counselors, perinatal nurses)
• May assist Ob/Gyn attendings in the OR with ultrasound guidance after MFM approval
• Adheres to “Med Teams” mentality within the division and hospital
• Performs occasional clerical duties to support division operations
• Communicates exam results to referring physicians as needed
• Participates in training sonographer students, residents, MFM fellows, and genetic counselor students as directed by MFM staff
• Travels with MFM staff to learn new processes and techniques
• Participates in research programs, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects
• Must be NT certified or obtain certification within the first year of employment (division covers cost; reimbursement required if employment ends within one year of certification)
• Stays current with developments and trends in MFM
• Fosters a culture of safety, adhering to National Patient Safety guidelines (e.g., two points of patient ID, time-out procedures)
• Uses universal precaution techniques
• Transports and transfers patients following hospital guidelines

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program
• At least 2 years of Level II scanning experience preferred
• RDMS or eligible (Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers)
• Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS)