Sonographer Maternal Fetal Medicine

Pediatrix • Silver Spring, MD

5d • $38 - $63

About The Position

We are a national healthcare organization and one of the nation’s largest providers of prenatal, neonatal and pediatric services. Pediatrix Medical Group has an exciting Full Time Sonographer opportunity. We are seeking an experienced MFM sonographer to join our team in our state-of-the-art facility in Silver Springs, Maryland. This opportunity comes with great work life/balance and many awesome benefits and perks, including generous paid time off, continuing education allowance, and so much more. Come be a part of a growing and dynamic team at a company that values your contributions. At Pediatrix, we are passionate about giving high-risk expectant mothers and their babies the care they deserve.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent.
• Maintain or be eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) in OB/GYN.
• Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience Minimum six months experience as an ultrasound technician working in OB/GYN and/or MFM setting preferred.
• Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer provides diagnostic ultrasound tests for patients in the Maternal Fetal Medicine setting.
• The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer works independently and with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to pregnant women.
• Explains exam to patient and family prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Acquires anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data.
• Records/processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure.
• Creates a preliminary report for physician interpretation and review/signature.
• Assists physician with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
• Follows the accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where applicable.
• Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
• Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company.
• Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees