Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

CCRM Fertility • Vienna, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs OB/GYN and infertility ultrasound examinations using various transducers, ultrasound imaging equipment, and Doppler technology. The role takes direction from physicians regarding specific patient care, independently performs its work, and requires recognizing normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology relevant to diagnostic imaging. The position reports to the Practice Administrator.

The sonographer performs clinical assessments and ultrasound procedures, including procedures during embryo transfers, Doppler procedures, and 3D ultrasounds. The role also supports patient education and communication, accurate documentation and image transfer to the patient EMR, effective daily patient flow, equipment and supply management, and coordination and support of the ultrasound team. The position works in a professional office, clinical, and/or laboratory setting and interacts with patients and staff while following medical regulations, ethical guidelines, and organizational policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDS) certification.
• ARDMS certification and maintenance of active status through continuing education.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of previous OB/GYN or infertility experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments and diagnostic OB/GYN and infertility ultrasound procedures using various transducers.
• Perform ultrasound procedures during embryo transfers, Doppler procedures, and 3D ultrasounds.
• Use Tricare to import scans accurately and in a timely manner to the patient EMR.
• Recognize cross-sectional anatomy, differentiate normal and abnormal structures, and provide an assessment of pathology observed while scanning.
• Educate patients about procedures and communicate information as appropriate while visualizing anatomy.
• Address concerns or abnormal findings with a physician in a timely manner.
• Communicate ultrasound findings to physicians, nurse practitioners, or nurse coordinators and record findings in the EMR.
• Organize the daily work schedule and coordinate efficient patient care flow between procedures.
• Mark the superbill appropriately to charge patients for services provided.
• Clean equipment and examination beds between patients using a germicidal solution.
• Re-order equipment and supplies as needed and reconcile packing slips for the business office.
• Coordinate daily ultrasound staffing to ensure adequate staffing at all offices.
• Serve as a liaison between the ultrasound team and physicians to support high-quality patient care.
• Provide counseling and performance feedback to ultrasound staff.
• Assist the Practice Administrator with interviewing, hiring, counseling, and disciplinary or termination processes for ultrasound staff.
• Ensure the ultrasound team maintains AIUM accreditation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Potential for overtime pay at time and a half.
• Holiday differential pay at time and a half.
• Weekend shift differential pay for hourly employees.
• Rewards may include an annual bonus, flexible work arrangements, and region-specific benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED