Ultrasonographer (Maternal Fetal Medicine) - Part Time (Day shift)
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System · Plainsboro, NJ · 2 days ago
Healthcare$45.12–$65.56/hrFull-time
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Performing Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound Examinations
- Perform targeted ultrasounds in the first, second, and third trimesters of pregnancy for high-risk conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, genetic syndromes, multiple gestations) and GYN studies
- Perform Nuchal Translucency (NT) and first-trimester screening ultrasounds in compliance with AIUM accreditation standards
- Perform Biophysical Profiles (BPP) and Fetal Doppler studies (umbilical artery, middle cerebral artery, ductus venosus, etc.)
- Measure cervical length and assess uterine or placental abnormalities
- Auxiliary the Perinatologist during invasive procedures for ultrasound needle guidance: Amniocentesis, Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS), Fetal Reduction
- Image Analysis and Interpretation Support
- Acquire high-quality, diagnostic images that allow accurate interpretation by the Perinatologist
- Recognize and document abnormal findings for Physician review
- Correlate ultrasound findings with clinical history, laboratory data, and previous imaging
- Document findings accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) and ultrasound reporting system (AS-OBGYN)
- Ensure all measurements, observations, and images meet ACOG, AIUM, or SMFM standards
- Communicate urgent or unexpected findings promptly to the Provider
Quality Control and Continuing Education
- Maintain equipment calibration, decontamination protocols, and ensure image quality
- Participate in quality assurance programs within MFM and the hospital
- Stay current with advancements in ultrasound technology and MFM protocols through continuing education
What We Require for this Role:
- Graduate of a CAAHEP approved Ultrasound School required.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine for High Risk Pregnancies preferred.
- LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT:
- Current RDMS in OB/GYN – Active Status required.
- Current certification with ARMS in OB/GYN required.
- Current certification in Nuchal Translucency and Cervical Length Assessment required.
- Cervical length assessment certification. Must be obtained within a year of employment.