Procedural Sonographer I MFM I Days I $10k Sign on bonus

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center operates at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. It is a community where expertise is valued, knowledge is expanded, and abilities are challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and uniqueness is celebrated.

About the role

Performs ultrasound procedures in operating rooms and procedural areas in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered. This role requires additional training and/or certifications due to the complexity of performing in operating room or procedural areas.

Responsibilities

• Reviews radiology exam requests and patient identification to ensure safe, appropriate, and cost-effective imaging.
• Applies a broad range of skills to ensure exams are completed timely and meet quality and compliance standards.
• Provides appropriate Diagnostic Sonography screening process to patients, staff, and self according to prescribed safety standards.
• As part of a multidisciplinary team, obtains high-quality comprehensive imaging studies and effectively communicates findings to the Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician, guided by established AIUM and department protocols, clinical assessment, and patient's medical history.
• Identifies normal from abnormal ultrasound images and holds knowledge of various fetal anomalies including CDH, CPAM, TTTS, CHD, gastroschisis, etc.
• Performs ultrasound guidance for minor invasive procedures including amniocentesis, CVS, vesicocentesis, thoracentesis, fetal fluid drainage, etc.
• Demonstrates proficient skills in 2D, 3D, Doppler, and Color Doppler imaging.
• Operates ultrasound equipment using correct parameters based on gestational age and diagnosis.
• Demonstrates proficient skills in advanced 3D imaging and rendering.
• Calculates measurements, formulas, and ratios with correct annotations and enters into PACS reporting system.
• Provides outstanding patient care with consideration of diagnosis and psychosocial support.

Technical Capabilities

• Compliance (Intermediate): Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate rules and regulations and applies them in difficult, stressful, and complex situations. Interprets and explains ambiguous rules and directs others in their application.
• People Management (Fundamental Awareness): Understands motivation, job satisfaction, performance feedback, and communication. Builds effective relationships, distributes work assignments clearly, and establishes a positive work environment.
• Patient Documentation (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery in practical applications of patient documentation. Capable of delivering services independently and training others.
• Radiology (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of radiology services in practical applications. Capable of delivering results independently and training others.
• Anatomy & Physiology Knowledge (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery in practical applications. Capable of delivering results independently and training others.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with understanding of how output impacts other areas related to own job area/team.
• Problem Solving/Complexity of Work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
• Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities

• Supporting Colleagues:
  • Develops Self and Others: Invests time and energy in developing self and others to improve performance and gain knowledge.
  • Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders to expand and strengthen relationships.
  • Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies communication style to suit different situations and audiences.
• Delivering Excellent Services:
  • Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of stakeholders and customizes services accordingly.
  • Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles and identifies new opportunities.
  • Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching to increase employees' effectiveness.
• Ensuring High Quality:
  • Performs Excellent Work: Engages in dialogue about quality and addresses issues promptly.
  • Ensures Continuous Improvement: Looks beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes and identifies solutions.
  • Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks.
• Managing Resources Effectively:
  • Demonstrates Accountability: Focuses on and drives critical issues to closure.
  • Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of departmental work to manage resources effectively.
  • Makes Data-Driven Decisions: Demonstrates understanding of data to identify and elevate opportunities.
• Fostering Innovation:
  • Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas and opportunities from multiple sources.
  • Applies Technology: Demonstrates enthusiasm for learning new technologies and tools.
  • Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations as opportunities for improvement and embraces change.

Requirements

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification.
• Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
• 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Fetal Echo experience preferred.

Position Highlights

• $10,000 bonus for full-time positions (not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who worked at VUMC in the past twelve months).
• Relocation assistance available.
• Industry competitive rates.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (no call, no weekends).
• Located at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.