Perinatal Sonographer- Maternal Fetal Medicine
About The Position
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is seeking a Perinatal Sonographer to perform obstetrical ultrasounds and assist with image-guided procedures involving unborn fetuses in high-risk pregnancies. The role requires knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to obstetrics and an understanding of pathological conditions that can affect the wellbeing of the mother and infant and inform diagnosis, management, and treatment. The sonographer is responsible for patients’ safety and mental and physical comfort, and supports the development of Maternal Fetal Medicine fellows’ and residents’ ultrasound skills. Primary locations include Hartford, New Britain, and Manchester, with occasional travel to West Hartford, Glastonbury, Norwich, and Meriden.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
- At least 2 years of clinical obstetrical scanning experience.
- RDMS OB/GYN registration.
- Fetal Echocardiography certification.
- Demonstrated technical competency to meet AIUM imaging guidelines for first-trimester ultrasound; Level II anatomy scans, including four-chamber heart and outflow tracts; targeted or growth scans; fluid checks; multiple gestations; and fetal echocardiography.
- Ability to assist with amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling, and to scan inpatients.
- Adherence to AIUM ALARA guidelines for obstetrical imaging.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to West Hartford, Glastonbury, Norwich, and Meriden.
- Obtain additional certifications as required by the program, including Fetal Echocardiography within three years of eligibility and HLD CEU.
Responsibilities
- Perform first-trimester screening, anatomy scans, growth scans, and fetal echocardiograms.
- Acquire and analyze information from ultrasound results, patient history, and related diagnostic technologies.
- Assist with Maternal Fetal Medicine interventional procedures, including amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS).
- Provide physicians with a summary of findings to support patient diagnosis and management.
- Ensure the safety and mental and physical comfort of patients and their families while in the sonographer’s care.
- Assist in training and developing MFM fellows’ and residents’ ultrasound skills.
- Perform other related department duties and projects as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
