Sonographer Perinatal - MFM

Advocate Health•Elgin, IL

13d•$44 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

This Per Diem Sonographer position in Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) requires experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine and preferably Fetal Echo. The role involves performing comprehensive non-invasive, invasive, and vascular procedures to demonstrate OB/GYN anatomy, providing physiologic assessment of OB/GYN vasculature and fetal well-being, and independently producing technically optimal images for diagnosis in high-risk OB/GYN patients. The sonographer will combine clinical history with sonographic findings, document information for physicians, and assist physicians during invasive procedures. Responsibilities also include documenting patient history and study results, operating ultrasound equipment competently, ensuring proper image labeling, performing problem-solving for equipment malfunctions, and delivering excellent patient care. The role also requires understanding patient positioning and image critique, participating in professional development, and performing other duties as assigned to support the Ultrasound Department's smooth operation.

Requirements

Maternal Fetal Medicine experience required
Graduate of AMA approved school of ultrasound.
2 years OB/GYN experience
ARDMS-Registered in OB
CPR certification
Good skills in OB/GYN and pelvic ultrasound exams
Good skills in endovaginal scanning.
Good skills in OB/GYN color duplex scanning.
Good skills and knowledge of pathology in high risk OB/GYN imaging.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy

Nice To Haves

Fetal Echo experience preferred
Certified in performing Nuchal Translucency within 6 months
Must become proficient in fetal echos within 1 year of hire date
Attend additional in-services to keep up with 30 hours accreditation.
Attend annual in-services on fire safety, infection control to meet department safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Performance of comprehensive non-invasive, invasive and vascular procedures to demonstrate (OB/GYN) anatomy under investigation.
Provides physiologic assessment of OB/GYN vasculature and fetal well-being.
Independently provides technically optimal, complete and accurate images for diagnosis of the high-risk OB/GYN patient.
Combines clinical history while performing sonographic study to summarize findings of the study and upon completion of the study has the responsibility of documenting information/action to the appropriate physician
Assists physicians during invasive procedures which include amniocentesis, sonohysterograms, endometrial biopsies, and chorionic villi sampling.
Documentation of patient history and results of study.
Reviews patient history by clinical information available from charts and one-on-one verbal review of clinical history with patient.
Summary of findings by imaging technologist must be entered onto the Perinatal computer network which requires advanced knowledge of operation of both computer hardware and software.
Notification of appropriate physician of summary of findings
Displays competent understanding and operation of ultrasound equipment
Reports any malfunctions to the manager. If manager is unavailable, contact proper company for repairs, if needed.
Able to perform start-up and shut down procedures on all equipment
Ability to operate all ultrasound equipment in a competent manner
Able to modify technical factors as situations warrants
Ensures that images are labeled with patient identification properly
Performs problem solving as situation warrants ie equipment malfunction, and physical limitations of equipment.
Handles all equipment with care.
Delivery of patient care
Responsible for the welfare and care of all patients directly under their control; i.e. implementation of immobilization devices as necessary for patient safety and comfort.
Introduces self and explains exam to patient.
Reconfirms patient identification with the 2 patient ID and verified procedure requested.
Uses scripting when required.
Maintains positive customer relations including proper phone etiquette.
Professional manner must be displayed in relating to patients, physicians, family members, etc. at all times.
Displays competent understanding of patient positioning and image critique.
Ability to competently position patients for all ultrasound exams.
Perform problem solving as it relates to physical limitations of patient during patient positioning
Competent to perform film reviews to determine if more views are necessary to complete the exam.
Has minimal amount of repeat work.
Participates in professional development.
Attends continuing education seminars and keeps abreast of current literature.
Maintains professional accreditation in ARDMS and Nuchal Translucency certification.
Attends departmental meetings.
Maintains required amount of CME credits for ARDMS
Participates in problem solving that would improve quality for the department
Maintains CPR certification
Provides directions and instruction to new staff, students, and staff in need of assistance.
Ensures a secure, safe patient and work environment by maintaining a continued awareness of safety hazard labels, pathology specimens, complete laboratory requisitions and deliveries to appropriate laboratory.
Cleans, prepares and sanitizes aspiration handles and endocavity transducers for invasive procedures and endovaginal/translabial imaging according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection controls.
Applies sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination to patients and instruments
Maintains adequate supplies (gel, film, syringes) in US rooms and notifies manager if supplies are depleted.
Provides technical support for smooth and efficient operation of Ultrasound Department.
Enters charges for completed procedures
Communicates with other departments to successfully schedule various exams for the patient.
Assumes lead position as necessary in the absence of Lead Technologist and/or department supervisor.
Interacts closely with the Ultrasound Team Lead and department supervisor to provide for smooth daily operation of the department.
Attends regularly scheduled Ultrasound Department meetings and in-services.
Assists in orientation of Ultrasound Department personnel.
Helps in answering telephones, reviewing physician’s orders, as needed or other related duties as requested by department supervisor

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program