Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Unified Women's Healthcare•Austin, TX

10d

About The Position

Unified is a nationwide community of providers, operations specialists and thought leaders who look for the greatest opportunities to impact every woman’s health, at every stage of their journeys. We are unparalleled in our scale and ability to adapt to address unmet and underserved needs. Through 815+ clinics, 23 IVF labs, nationwide telehealth capabilities and targeted case management, our 2,700+ independent, affiliated providers deliver comprehensive women’s health services and continuously work to implement methods and develop techniques or platforms that improve the healthcare experience. We remain focused on enabling the discovery of new ways for our affiliated providers to deliver the high-quality care experience women deserve, in the ways they most wish to receive it, and collaborate across our community to make our vision a reality. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for OB/GYN and infertility ultrasounds utilizing various transducers, ultrasound imaging equipment, and Doppler technology. This position takes direction from the physicians regarding specific patient care and must discern normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology related to diagnostic imaging. This position reports to the Practice Administrator and will function in an independent fashion.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required.
American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDS) certification required.
ARDMS certification; maintain active status through continuing education.

Nice To Haves

2 years’ previous OB/GYN or infertility experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform clinical assessments and diagnostic OB/GYN/infertility ultrasound procedures utilizing various transducers.
Perform ultrasound procedures during embryo transfers, Doppler procedures, and 3D ultrasounds.
Utilize Tricare to import scans accurately and in a timely manner to patient EMR.
Recognize cross-sectional anatomy as demonstrated and differentiate normal/abnormal structures, providing an assessment concerning pathology viewed while scanning.
Provide education to patients about procedure performed and communicate information as appropriate to patient during visualization of anatomy.
Address concerns or abnormal findings with physician in a timely manner.
Communicate with physician, nurse practitioner, or nurse coordinator regarding ultrasound findings as noted and record them in EMR.
Organize daily work schedule and coordinate efficient patient care flow between procedures.
Responsible for appropriately marking superbill to charge patient for services provided.
Clean equipment and exam beds between each patient use using a germicidal solution.
Re-order equipment and supplies as needed and reconcile packing slips for business office.
Responsible for the daily coordination of U/S staffing to ensure adequate staffing at all offices.
Serve as a liaison between the U/S team and the physicians to assure high quality patient care.
Provide counseling to the U/S staff regarding issues and provide performance feedback.
Assist Practice Administrator with interviewing, hiring, counseling, and disciplinary/termination process of U/S staff.
Ensure the U/S team maintains their AIUM accreditation.
Other duties as assigned.