MFM Sonographer II, Limited Term

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

13h

About The Position

Performs diagnostic Obstetric and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) sonography procedures to assess fetal organs, female reproductive organs, and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and the organization's policies, values, and mission. Responsible for commonly performed fetal Obstetric procedures with consistent proficiency, performing Level I procedures independently and without preceptor or colleague support. This is a limited-term, fixed-term position.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited sonography program; verification is not required for those possessing ARDMS.
ARDMS (OB) certification.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider or ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
Knowledge of common fetal anomalies, genetic syndromes and their sonographic features, and complications including structural defects, fetal growth restriction, and amniotic fluid abnormalities.
Knowledge of common maternal high-risk conditions and associated fetal complications.
Experience reviewing maternal medical records and developing preliminary ultrasound reports.
Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and hospital emergencies.
Proficiency performing sonographic examinations, with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and related information systems, including RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic Obstetric and Maternal Fetal Medicine sonography procedures.
Assist with fetal reduction.
Evaluate the maternal uterus and adnexa, including fibroids and cysts.
Evaluate fetal viability and early pregnancy location, including angular, interstitial, cornual, and cesarean scar pregnancies.
Evaluate fetal number and chorionicity/amnionicity.
Evaluate transvaginal cervical length.
Evaluate amniotic fluid volume using subjective assessment, MVP, and AFI.
Evaluate placental location and appearance, including placenta previa and accreta spectrum disorder.
Perform first-trimester detailed anatomic surveys, including twins and triplets.
Measure nuchal translucency.
Perform second- and third-trimester detailed anatomic surveys, including twins and triplets.
Evaluate fetal growth.
Monitor monochorionic-diamniotic twin pregnancies for TTTS and TAPS.
Provide guidance for amniocentesis procedures, including twins and triplets.
Perform biophysical profiles.
Measure PR intervals, umbilical artery Dopplers, and MCA Dopplers; evaluate ductus venosus Dopplers.
Apply ALARA, Doppler principles, and image optimization techniques appropriately.
Review maternal medical records and develop preliminary ultrasound reports.
Recognize, prioritize, and communicate suspicious or abnormal results and provide preliminary impressions for diagnosis and treatment planning.
Protect the privacy of patients' protected health information.
Collaborate with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.