Sonographer-Advanced MFM

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

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About The Position

The Sonographer-Advanced MFM, under minimal supervision, performs complex diagnostic ultrasound exams and participates in Maternal Fetal Medicine procedures for LLUHC facilities. The role provides a high level of care to high-risk obstetrics ultrasound patients and supports excellence in clinical services, educational activities, research and development activities, employee environmental conditions, and reduction of medical cost. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree required; a graduate of a Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Program is required. Experience may be considered in lieu of education if licensure and certification requirements are met.
• Minimum two years of ultrasound/specialty experience required.
• Knowledge and use of transducers and ultrasound instrumentation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification in OB/GYN required.
• Specialty in Fetal Echocardiography or Abdomen required.
• Ability to read, write legibly, and speak English with professional quality.
• Ability to use necessary computer and software programs and troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Ability to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; follow and enforce policies; remain calm and courteous under pressure; collaborate and accept direction.
• Ability to think critically, work independently with minimal supervision, perform basic math, manage multiple assignments, problem solve, organize and prioritize workload, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear general conversation in person and by telephone and identify workplace and patient-care sounds; see adequately to read screens and documents; and discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish.
• Specialty credential in Nuchal Translucency.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostic ultrasound exams.
• Participate in Maternal Fetal Medicine procedures for LLUHC facilities.
• Provide a high level of care to high-risk obstetrics ultrasound patients.
• Contribute to clinical services, educational activities, research and development activities, employee environmental conditions, and reduction of medical cost.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

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