Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Works under the supervision of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) faculty, the MFM Sono Supervisor, and an AP Sonographer. Provides professional, high-level technical ultrasound skills for medical diagnosis and evaluation of OB/Gyn and MFM patients, performing clinical and/or research protocols. The role requires awareness of AIUM standards and compliance with them. The position is in a clinical setting and may involve inpatient ultrasound at CUH for admitted patients when needed. Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Ultrasound Technology or graduation from an accredited sonography program.
Two years of OB/Gyn ultrasound experience, including one year of MFM ultrasound experience; clinical training at UT Southwestern may be considered as experience.
ARDMS registry upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification credited by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire.
Fetal Echo (FE) certification required within two years.
Ability to use ultrasound-related equipment.
Ability to interact with patients regarding procedures.
Ability to move and position equipment and patients.
Ability to read, write, and interpret exams.
Ability to develop and recommend policies and procedures for supervisor approval.
Ability to determine methods and approaches to work problems.
Ability to work with a high degree of self-supervision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, orderly, and properly supplied work area.
Use UT Southwestern resources responsibly in support of facility financial goals.
Check equipment and accessories for proper operation and notify appropriate personnel when repairs are needed.
Respond to inquiries and calls about procedures in a timely manner.
Communicate shift-related equipment problems and pending exams to appropriate staff.
Pre-chart in preparation for upcoming schedules to support equitable clinical workload distribution and scheduling balance; collaborate with peers on adjustments as needed.
Participate in learning experiences with new employees and students, and assist with their orientation and training.
Work collaboratively with AP sonographers and faculty to ensure thorough documentation and imaging.
Assist with scheduling and coordinating exams as appropriate.
Perform quality controls on assigned equipment and report issues promptly.
Attend departmental and facility meetings and classes, with a minimum 90% attendance.
Complete required courses, modules, and certifications by their due dates.
Perform assigned duties in the best interests of patients, personnel, and the facility.
Perform inpatient ultrasound at CUH for admitted patients if requested.
Follow departmental time and attendance guidelines and comply with employee identification and dress-code policies.
Assume supervisory responsibilities when appropriate in the absence of the designated supervisor.
Participate in regulatory compliance activities.
Monitor and train students in current competency areas.
Lead technologists’ work to ensure procedures meet standards.
Participate in modality-specific QA/QC programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
Participate in accreditation processes as directed.
Follow policies related to patient care and clinical activities in the assigned setting.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
Preventive healthcare coverage at 100% with no copay.
Paid Time Off available day one.
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid Parental Leave Benefit.
Wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
Healthcare, paid holidays, and on-site childcare are also mentioned in the employer overview.

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