Sonographer

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Rockford, IL

2d•$37 - $55

About The Position

The Sonographer performs assigned fetal ultrasound examinations and provides thorough, accurate documentation in digital reporting software. The role communicates verbal history and findings effectively to the interpreting Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician, selects and operates appropriate ultrasound transducers, and adjusts technical factors to ensure patient safety while obtaining high-quality images in accordance with the ALARA principle. The Sonographer participates in department quality assurance meetings, follows established safety rules and regulations, and maintains knowledge of current high-risk obstetrical ultrasound practices and guidelines. The role also evaluates equipment for proper working condition, places work orders when needed, and collaborates with other partners to support high-quality patient care and satisfaction. The employee must learn the required protocols and systems and be able to work at a minimum of one of the five OB/GYN/MFM ultrasound offices in the Rockford region of Mercyhealth System.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program.
Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Current CPR certification.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Basic PC skills.
Ability to manage stress appropriately.
Ability to make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Obstetrical ultrasound experience is preferred.
High-risk perinatal sonography experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned fetal ultrasound examinations.
Provide thorough and accurate documentation in digital reporting software.
Communicate verbal history and findings to the interpreting Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician.
Select and operate appropriate ultrasound transducers and adjust technical factors to ensure patient safety and obtain the highest-quality ultrasound images, following the ALARA principle.
Participate in department quality assurance meetings.
Consistently follow established safety rules and regulations.
Maintain knowledge of current high-risk obstetrical ultrasound practice and guidelines.
Evaluate equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition and place appropriate work orders when necessary.
Collaborate with other partners to provide high-quality patient care and satisfaction.
Learn protocols and systems to work at a minimum of one of the five OB/GYN/MFM ultrasound offices in the Rockford region of Mercyhealth System.