Ultrasonographer Perinatal - Per Diem - Day - Maternal Fetal Medicine NJ
Position Overview
Join our Capital Health Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) team to make a difference! Our MFM department works collaboratively with many different departments in the Capital Health System. Our amazing team believes in teamwork, positivity and providing outstanding care to our patient population!
Responsibilities
- Performs all ultrasound procedures according to department procedures and established protocols.
- Performs fetal exams including first trimester ultrasound exam, nuchal translucency measurement, second trimester detailed anatomic survey, third trimester ultrasound exam, full and limited fetal echocardiography, maternal and fetal Doppler (MCA, umbilical artery, ductus venous and uterine artery), and biophysical profile.
- Educates, assists, and communicates effectively with patients and their families in difficult and anxious settings and provides appropriate and supportive patient care.
- Conducts multidisciplinary case review on each patient with nurses, genetic counselors, and perinatologists when needed.
- Demonstrates proficiency in radiology and hospital systems and computer applications to include retrieval of patient information, tracking patients and images, and charging exams at the recommendations of the perinatologists.
- Provides portable ultrasounds at bedside as requested by attending physicians.
- Aids and educates students, new perinatal ultrasonographers and other staff members that need assistance.
- Aids perinatologists with various invasive outpatient procedures (i.e.: Amniocentesis/CVS).
- Independently assists physicians with operating room guidance of surgical procedure.
- Reviews patient chart, physicians’ order/diagnosis, and the results of previous diagnostic studies as appropriate and records patient’s personal and medical information on history sheets.
- Troubleshoots equipment effectively and reports equipment failures to the biomedical department.
- Records images using proper identification information and sends results of sonography to physician for interpretation. Discusses test results with physician or request physician to personally view screen image.
- Uses critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision within scope of job.
- Works in a fast-paced environment and takes appropriate action.
- Maintains acceptable certification or graduation from an accredited school of ultrasonography. Becomes certified in ARDMS in OB/GYN and Nuchal Translucency certified. Demonstrates familiarity with AIUM standard OB exam and ultrasound equipment.
- Prepares and stocks work area as required to perform procedures as assigned/requested.
- Affirms a safe and clean environment for patients at all times. Secures and returns supplies. Maintains room stock. Maintains Trophon room according to policy and procedure.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of ultrasonography to include education for general and perinatal procedures.
- ARDMS OB/GYN required.
- Demonstrates familiarity with AIUM standard OB exam and ultrasound equipment.
Qualifications
- BHAHS BLS - Healthcare Provider
Skills
- Uses critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision within scope of job.
- Works in a fast-paced environment and takes appropriate action.
Benefits
- Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
- Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
- Sick Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
Pay
The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.