Perinatal Sonographer - Maternal Fetal Medicine - Berkeley Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Summerville, SC

7h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for preparing patients and performing specialized obstetrical and gynecologic ultrasound exams and procedures in accordance with physician's orders and established protocols. The sonographer will prepare images and reports of the examination and results in a timely, accurate manner to facilitate diagnosis and ensure quality patient care.

Requirements

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) or the Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or registered within one year of hire (required)
• Certified in American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OB/GYN (required)
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card required.
• For Roper St Francis Healthcare: Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography in Obstetrics and Gynecology (RDMS OB/GYN). Nuchal Translucency (NT) certification required or must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Graduate of an accredited radiology technology program certified by Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT) or equivalent OR an Allied Health Education program for Medical Sonography certified by the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in collaboration with the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (JRCDMS). (required)
• 2 years' of experience with pelvic and endovaginal ultrasound, first trimester nuchal translucency, second trimester fetal anatomy scans, biophysical profile, umbilical artery and middle cerebral artery (MCA) dopplers, 3D and 4D imaging, assisting with amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, umbilical blood transfusions, and nonstress testing (required), BSMH
• For Roper St Francis Healthcare: At least one-year experience in OB/GYN high risk diagnostic ultrasound.

Nice To Haves

• 1-year experience in Fetal Echocardiography strongly preferred.
• Training Viewpoint Software (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized obstetric, fetal, and gynecologic diagnostic ultrasound examinations in order to detect fetal anomalies, evaluate fetal anatomy, and detect gynecologic anomalies using the ultrasound machine and other necessary equipment per department standards and protocols
• Performs and accurately documents the appropriate images for the study indicated in order to provide the physician with comprehensive views to give an accurate interpretive report
• Assists physician in performance of invasive diagnostic or surgical procedures
• Performs fetal monitoring tests on indicated patients
• Educates, assists, and communicates effectively with patients and their families in difficult and anxious settings and provides appropriate and supportive patient care
• Maintains practice standards as outlined in American Society of Radiologic Technicians (ASRT): The Practice Standards for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy- Sonography Practice Standards
• Maintains practice standards as outlined in The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) accreditation
• Demonstrates proficiency in Radiology and hospital systems and computer applications to include but not limited to: ordering tests, cancelling tests, retrieval of patient information, change orders, tracking patients and images, and charging exams

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees