Sonographer (MFM)

Pediatrix•Denver, CO

2d•$38 - $65

About The Position

This position has a one-time $5,000.00 sign-on bonus! Come join our growing MFM practice for an opportunity to work in a collaborative, stimulating office environment, offering didactic-style learning with academically interesting, complex cases. Large, stable practice with 12 sonographers, 10 MFM physicians, 10 Nurse Practitioners and 5 Denver Metro area sites, supported by Pediatrix, a nationwide corporation. “Pediatrix is family focused and understands that we have a lot of working moms and encourages work-life balance. With few exceptions, each practice is allowed to run in a way that works for them and their staff without too many corporate policies hindering how they work. However, corporate support is always there when needed. Pediatrix offers great benefits, EAP, discounts, free CME and learning resources. There’s also options to transfer to another practice within the company, giving opportunities to live where you want without having to start over with seniority and PTO.” Becky Grove, Sonographer, Pediatrix® Medical Group

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.
Skills/Abilities: Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer provides ultrasound tests for patients.
The sonographer works with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Prepares patients for ultrasound examination.
Explains procedures to the patient prior to scan and provides patient education materials.
Conducts ultrasonic diagnostic procedures and records anatomical, pathological and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
Assists physician during invasive procedures requiring ultrasound guidance.
Records and processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the scan and present to the physician.
Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies and maintaining ultrasound equipment.
Participates in professional development trainings.
Maintain required certification and registries.
Performs other assigned duties as directed.