Sonographer (Temporary-90 day coverage) MFM

Pediatrix•Austell, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Pediatrix & Obstetrix is hiring a Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer for temporary 90-day coverage at an MFM clinic in Austell, Georgia. The Sonographer provides diagnostic ultrasound services to patients in a Maternal Fetal Medicine setting, working independently and with the healthcare team. The role works closely with perinatologists, providing preliminary reports and assisting with procedures while supporting comprehensive care for pregnant patients.

Requirements

Complete one of the specified education pathways: graduate from an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent; complete at least two years in an Allied Health Educational Program and one year of on-the-job ultrasonography training; or graduate from an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent.
Maintain or be eligible for American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) certification.
Be ARDMS OB/GYN or Fetal Echo (FE) certified, or eligible to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
Provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.
Have strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Be skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
Be able to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Recognize ethical, legal, and professional issues involved in providing care and act in a non-directive, nonjudgmental manner while recognizing individuals' religious, ethical, and moral beliefs.

Nice To Haves

NT experience or certification.
CPR certification.
At least six months of experience as an ultrasound technician in an OB/GYN and/or MFM setting.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed fetal anatomical surveys, including examinations of twins and triplets, and acquire anatomical, pathological, and physiological data for physician interpretation.
Assist physicians with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
Document examination findings, measurements, images, procedural details, patient history, indications, and observations in ultrasound reporting and image archiving systems in accordance with departmental protocols and regulatory standards.
Generate clear preliminary reports for physician review and final signature, and review completed studies with interpreting physicians to communicate findings and support diagnostic accuracy.
Ensure documentation is complete, timely, and compliant with organizational policies, accreditation requirements, and patient safety standards.
Select and assign appropriate exam types, procedures, and indication or diagnosis codes based on services performed, clinical documentation, and provider orders.
Escort patients and family members to and from examination rooms professionally; prepare patients by verifying identity, reviewing relevant history, and ensuring comfort and privacy.
Explain examinations and complex procedures, provide reassurance and clear communication, and obtain appropriate consent or declinations.
Maintain proper operation of ultrasound equipment, identify malfunctions, and take appropriate corrective action.
Maintain examination-room laundry and adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
Follow accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and M-mode where applicable.
Comply with universal precautions, OSHA standards, and safety and security training.
Rotate to other locations as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
Perform related duties as assigned.