MFM Ultrasonographer II

Texas Children's Careers • Houston, TX

128d

About The Position

We’re looking for a MFM Ultrasonographer 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.

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).
• Required 2 years Maternal fetal medicine scanning experience or 4 years Ultrasound scanning experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred X NUCH TRA - Nuchal Translucency by the Perinatal Quality Foundation.
• Preferred RDMS-FE - RDMS in Fetal Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging exams in accordance with established department guidelines and protocols.
• Independently scans routine and comprehensive ultrasound under the supervision of the MFM Physicians.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maintains knowledge of anatomy, pathology, hemodynamics, and ultrasound physics.
• Records and processes sonographic images and other pertinent observations made during the procedure.
• Prepares examination report and effectively communicates ultrasound technical findings to the interpreting physician.
• Independently performs ultrasound guidance services required during procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to competently perform first trimester and second trimester screening.
• Performs CVS procedures.
• Identifies different abnormalities and takes additional images based on abnormalities.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees