OB/GYN Sonographer

Cleveland Clinic • Mayfield Heights, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The OB/GYN Sonographer performs high-quality ultrasound exams in the OB/GYN Institute ultrasound department at hospital and family health center locations, following AIUM guidelines. Depending on the assignment, the role includes obstetric and high-risk obstetric imaging for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM), or gynecologic and reproductive endocrinology and infertility (GYN/REI) imaging and procedural support. The sonographer accurately completes reports, communicates findings, assists physicians with procedures, and supports patient comfort and safety throughout the exam process.

The position also involves reviewing patient history, monitoring appointment schedules, ensuring emergent ultrasounds are completed promptly, transmitting and archiving images at the end of the day, and rotating among Institute sites as needed. Sonographers teach and train colleagues and learners, participate in educational meetings, assist with investigative techniques and equipment, and maintain current knowledge and CME activity. The RDMS credential must remain in good standing.

The role works days on either an 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. schedule. Cleveland Clinic describes a commitment to caregiver well-being, work-life balance, continuing education, and professional development, including opportunities to obtain CME credits and participate in monthly knowledge-sharing meetings. A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 is available.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program and be in good standing.
• Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
• Obtain RDMS registry in OB/GYN within one year of hire.
• Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Successfully complete at least five patient exams in each of the nine OB/MFM competencies and each of the nine GYN/REI competencies within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of OB/GYN women’s health ultrasound experience, or three years of ultrasound experience.
• Maternal Fetal experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ultrasound exams according to AIUM guidelines at OB/GYN Institute hospital and family health center locations.
• For MFM assignments, perform obstetric ultrasounds, including exams for high-risk patients, and perform nuchal translucency, anatomy, BPP, growth, cervical length, MCA Doppler, and UA Doppler exams; assist with amniocentesis, CVS, and other fetal care team procedures.
• For GYN/REI assignments, perform gynecologic exams and assist with procedures, including TA/TV pelvic ultrasounds, endometriosis studies, SIS and HyCOSy procedures, IVF monitoring, transfers, and early OB scans.
• Accurately complete reports, communicate findings, and assist physicians with procedures.
• Teach and train sonographers, students, fellows, and residents, and attend educational department meetings.
• Review patient history before exams and explain the exam process to patients.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Monitor ultrasound appointment templates and schedules.
• Ensure emergent ultrasounds are completed in a timely manner.
• Complete end-of-day image transmission and archiving.
• Rotate to Institute sites as needed.
• Assist with new investigative techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Maintain knowledge in the field and complete CME activities.
• Maintain RDMS in good standing.
• Complete at least five patient exams in each of the nine OB/MFM competencies and each of the nine GYN/REI competencies within six months of hire.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.
• Opportunities to obtain Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits.
• Professional development and ongoing education opportunities.
• Work environment intended to promote work-life balance and caregiver well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree