Sonographer Float, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

1d•$62 - $77•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic Obstetric and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) sonography procedures to assess fetus organs, female reproductive organs, and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with policies, values, and mission of the organization. Responsible for commonly performed Obstetric procedures with consistent proficiency. Differentiating the abnormal structures from the normal structures. Performs the following exams with some support from preceptor and colleague: • 1st trimester, 2nd trimester, and 3rd trimester Anatomy survey • Nuchal translucency • Twins, Monochorionic/Monoamniotic, Monochorionic/Diamniotic, Dichorionic/Diamniotic • Twins anatomy survey and follow up • Fetal Echocardiogram • Doppler evaluation • Biophysical profile • Assisting invasive procedures, amniocentesis • Prepping the report

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited sonography program (verification not required for those possessing ARDMS)
ARDMS (OB) certification
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider OR ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
General knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment.
Capable of performing routine sonographic examinations.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Solid written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Good time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS)).
Ability to work under close supervision or within clearly defined procedures to complete assignments within established timeframes.
Ability to use existing procedures to identify and solve routine or standard problems.
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Ability to build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic Obstetric and Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) sonography procedures to assess fetus organs, female reproductive organs, and hemodynamics.
Performs commonly performed Obstetric procedures with consistent proficiency.
Differentiates abnormal structures from normal structures.
Performs 1st trimester, 2nd trimester, and 3rd trimester Anatomy surveys.
Performs Nuchal translucency scans.
Performs various types of twin scans (Monochorionic/Monoamniotic, Monochorionic/Diamniotic, Dichorionic/Diamniotic).
Performs twins anatomy surveys and follow-ups.
Performs Fetal Echocardiograms.
Performs Doppler evaluations.
Performs Biophysical profiles.
Assists with invasive procedures such as amniocentesis.
Preps patient reports.