Sonographer-Advanced MFM

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

2d • $46 - $62

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Sonographer-Advanced MFM performs complex diagnostic ultrasound examinations 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 medical cost reduction. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith- and values-based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities. Its mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ, guided by the core values of compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork, and wholeness.

Requirements

• Associate's degree required; experience may be considered in lieu of education if licensure and certification requirements are met.
• Graduate of a Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) program required.
• Minimum two years of ultrasound or specialty experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification in OB/GYN required.
• Specialty credential in Fetal Echocardiography or Abdomen required.
• Knowledge and use of transducers and ultrasound instrumentation.
• Ability to use computers and software programs necessary for the position and to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Ability to read, write legibly, and speak English with professional quality.
• Ability to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; collaborate and accept direction; and follow or enforce policies consistently.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, think critically, solve problems, and manage, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments effectively.
• Ability to work calmly and courteously under pressure, perform basic math functions, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
• Sensory abilities needed for patient care and job duties, including distinguishing colors and smells, hearing conversation and workplace sounds, seeing computer screens and documents, and discerning temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language skills preferred.
• Nuchal Translucency specialty credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostic ultrasound examinations under minimal supervision.
• 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, and research and development activities.
• Support employee environmental conditions and efforts to reduce medical costs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

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