Sonographer Float OBGYN MFM

Park Nicollet • Saint Paul, MN

8h

About The Position

This role will be working in Multiple locations and will primarily float to the following clinics: (Role will float to St Paul Wabasha, Woodbury, and Coon Rapids). Could include other locations in the future.
OB/Gyn-Maternal Fetal Medicine
POSITION PURPOSE:
Service excellence is to be centered on patient care and patient relationships and is the responsibility of all employees. Teamwork is the norm and all employees will be held accountable to work as effective team members.
Provide high quality exams with minimum errors.
Ensure high quality patient care while working cooperatively with physicians and co-workers.
Ensure patient confidentiality.
Implement professional standards at all times using independent judgment as needed when necessary to depart from established techniques.
Act as a resource for other staff.
At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.
We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Requirements

• Credentialing by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in OB/Gyn. Or
• Registry eligible graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Ultrasound Program to attain appropriate credentialing of specialty within one year from graduation
• NT & echo (fetal echocardiogram) certification and/or equivalent training required.
• Written and oral communications skills

Nice To Haves

• One year experience in OB/Gyn and knowledge of relative anatomy
• Experience working in perinatal high risk OB setting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Selects proper technical factors and operates equipment in a safe, effective manner, ensuring established protocol for quality control.
• Documents and processes reports, organizes CDs or current image storage technologies, organizes VCR tapes/films, reviews finished exams for completeness, assists Sonologist/Maternal Fetal Medicine & specialty consulting clinicians with viewing and report of exams.
• Keeps accurate records and statistics of all exams for Quality Control and patient outcomes.
• Ensures an organized, safe and professional environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy. Uses independent judgment for exam comprehensives.
• Is informed and knowledgeable regarding new technology. Implements new technology in department.
• Follows strict OSHA standards in all areas, specifically in regards to cleaning equipment, transducers, along with documentation.
• Contacts patients and referring providers and Maternal Fetal Medicine & specialty consulting clinicians as needed, e.g., results, follow-up, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Lead Sonographer and/or Sonologist.
• Demonstrates clinical competence in using correct processes to provide care to patients and their families.
• Implements established HealthPartners policies and procedures.
• Provides support to patients and their families.
• Documents patient information accurately and completely and keeps records regarding clinical practice.
• Follows the imaging protocols set forth by their respective department.
• Shares information with other members of the health care team.
• Uses interdisciplinary resources to enhance own decision-making.
• Solves problems appropriately seeking assistance from members of the HealthPartners team.
• Uses appropriate systems, automated or manual, to obtain patient information and schedule appointments.
• Engages in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching in terms of understanding and application.
• Participates in patient care conferences, in-services and educational programs in the HealthPartners systeml and community.
• Develops new opportunities, tools, and methods of learning/teaching.
• Maintains ARDMS/CCI/ARRT Registration by completing required continuing education.
• Serves as a role model in the enhancements of practice and professional conduct.
• Demonstrates flexibility in performing additional responsibilities to contribute to the improvements in patient care and the functioning of the care unit and other support services.
• Provides support to professional and technical staff.
• Formulates and attains personal and professional goals which promote individual growth, the care unit philosophy and the HealthPartners mission.
• Demonstrates ability to assess and problem solve.
• Serves as a catalyst for improving standards of practice.
• Demonstrates positive verbal communication and listening skills with internal and external customers.
• Delegates appropriately and remains accountable for safe delivery of that delegated care.
• Acts as a patient advocate.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Selects and participates in appropriate professional conferences, workshops and continuing education and communities.
• Participates in and utilizes research appropriate to clinical setting to improve patient care.
• Remains accountable for the efficient use of time, material and human resources.
• Assists with the updating of current, and development of new procedures as appropriate.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission, goals and values of HealthPartners.
• Shows interest in and keeps informed of department and organizational changes within the HealthPartners system.
• Provides honest and constructive input during policy formation. Accepts and supports final decision.
• Identifies and works to resolve problems with other departments and individuals in a constructive manner. Focusing on solving and identifying the problem.
• Effectively shares job knowledge with new employees.
• Places team goals above own interests.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Lead Sonographer, Radiology Supervisor and / or Sonologist.
• Reads department and HealthPartners e-mail daily to keep up with changes.
• Has read department requirements, e.g., policy manual review, OSHA, etc., annually, as required.

Benefits

• As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed