Sonographer, OB/GYN

GW Medical Faculty Associates•Washington, DC

35d

About The Position

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is hiring for a Full Time Lead Sonographer! When you choose to work for us, you choose to help improve people's healthcare experience daily. We seek qualified professionals from all backgrounds and disciplines to join our family of physicians and staff. Position Summary Perform high-quality obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound examinations and procedures. Become well-trained in the use and daily maintenance of the ultrasound imaging and recording system used in the department.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
Current and valid certification in Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF) to perform first-trimester nuchal translucency for risk assessment must be obtained within one year of hire.
Current and valid certification in OB/GYN with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist.
Stand, walk, and reach above the shoulder frequently in a clinical setting.
Must be able to occasionally lift and carry or push and pull up to 100 lbs. as part of the role
Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment
Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment.

Responsibilities

For gynecologic ultrasound examinations and procedures: Sets up ultrasound and procedure equipment; positions patient appropriately; operates ultrasound with or without physician guidance when appropriate (including but not limited to SIS)
For obstetric ultrasound examinations and procedures: Sets up ultrasound and procedure equipment; positions patient appropriately; operates ultrasound with or without physician guidance when appropriate (including but not limited to, amniotic fluid assessment, fetal viability, limited - detailed - and complete obstetric ultrasound, biometry and fetal wellbeing assessments, fetal Doppler studies, fetal echocardiograms, CVS, amniocentesis, first-trimester screening). Processes and labels samples for laboratory submission.
Generates reports on examinations and procedures and ensures that they are sent to the referring physician.
Submits billing for patients with appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
Demonstrates techniques and procedures to students and residents as assigned through the Department of OB/GYN.
Performs decontamination on equipment.

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