MFM Sonographer

We’re looking for an Ultra-sonographer MFM II, someone who’s ready to grow with our company. In this position you will perform routine and comprehensive ultrasound examinations for interpretation by the Maternal Fetal Medicine and Radiology faculty using specialized ultrasound equipment.  In assisting the interpreting physician, the diagnostic ultra-sonographer is able to obtain, review, and integrate pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimal diagnostic results; perform appropriate procedures and record anatomic, pathologic, and/or physiologic data for interpretation by the physician; record and process sonographic images and other pertinent observations made during the 
procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician; exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of the diagnostic exam; provide patient education related to the ultrasound procedure; adhere to the standards of care and maintaining a safe environment.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities
•    Performs high quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging exams in accordance with established department guidelines and protocols. Be able to independently scan routine and comprehensive ultrasound under the supervision of the MFM Physicians. The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease process, and new procedures as they evolve.
•    Verifies patient identification and reviews that the requested procedure correlates with the patient’s clinical history.
•    Reviews clinical information, including relevant personal and family history, exposures and other risk factors. This also includes review of pertinent prior imaging study reports or the images themselves as available.
•    Communicates easily and effectively with patients in a pleasant and reassuring manner.  Explains the procedure to the patient and responds to patient questions and concerns.
•    Performs appropriate procedures and records anatomic, pathologic and or physiologic data for interpretation by the Maternal Fetal Medicine and Radiology faculty.
•    Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
•    Extends the scope of the exam by providing additional ultrasound images based on the pathology or aberrant findings.
•    Reviews images for accurate annotation, technique, and completeness.  Demonstrates the ability to properly adjust the technical factors aimed at improving the image quality.
•    Maintains knowledge of anatomy, pathology, hemodynamics, and ultrasound physics to identify and characterize normal and aberrant anatomy, masses, fluid collections, stenosis and sonographic artifacts.
•    Record and process sonographic images and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.  Ensures that the documentation is accurate, concise and complete.
•    Performs and completes the ultrasound examination within the designated time frame.
•    Prepares examination report and effectively communicates ultrasound technical findings to the interpreting physician.
•    Independently perform ultrasound guidance services required during procedures performed in the unit consists of genetic amniocentesis, transvaginal and transcervical chorionic villus biopsy, multifetal reduction and amnio reduction.
•    Demonstrate the ability to competently perform first trimester and second trimester screening, transvaginal assessment of cervical length, routine and comprehensive ultrasound examinations, biophysical profiles, growth assessment, and Doppler assessment of the middle cerebral artery peak velocity, umbilical artery, umbilical vein, and ductus venosus in cases of twin-twin transfusion and fetal growth restriction.
•    Performs CVS procedures.
•    Identifies different abnormalities and takes additional images based on abnormalities. Makes independent judgement on what images are needed depending on patient history.
•    Introduced to 3D imaging.
•    Demonstrates proficiency in the use of ultrasound equipment, transducers, computer systems, and electronic medical records.
•    Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort and well being of patients while they are in the sonographer care.
•    Ensures adequate supply stocking and appropriate inventory control.
•    Participates in the AIUM accreditation process and continuous quality improvement activities.
•    Provides patient communication with regard to any delays, timed procedures, or any other patient related information.
•    Is self-motivated and works well with minimal supervision.  Asks for guidance when necessary and responds positively to guidance.
•    Performs patient care functions.
•    Promotes positive communication.
•    Participates in the professional development of self and others.
•    Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
•    Performs other essential job-related functions.

Skills & Requirements
•    Required Technical diploma Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree
•    Required X RDMS-OB - Reg Diag Med Sonographer OBGYN by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
•    Preferred X NUCH TRA - Nuchal Translucency by the Perinatal Quality Foundation and RDMS-FE - RDMS in Fetal Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
•    Required 2 years Maternal fetal medicine scanning experience or 4 years Ultrasound scanning experience

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