Sonographer

Advantia Health•Frederick, MD

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Simmonds, Martin, & Helmbrecht of Advantia was founded in 1970, we established a tradition of great medical care by emphasizing strong personal relationships between patients and physicians. Our practice is dedicated to continuing medical education and training, and we offer many onsite services including high definition ultrasound, minimally invasive surgery, operative hysteroscopy, and comprehensive antepartum testing. Our offices are located in Rockville, Gaithersburg, Frederick and Damascus. We’re seeking Sonographers to join our Practice! The Sonographer should have excellent patient service and communication skills, as well as keen eyesight and attention to detail. Additionally, the candidate should have technical skills, as well as sound judgment and decision-making skills.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Medical Sonography from CAAHEP accredited school.
Current ARDMS certification with OB/GYN specialty required.
Basic understanding of human anatomy and functions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with patients and health care staff.

Nice To Haves

Previous OB/GYN ultrasound experience strongly preferred.
1+ years of experience as a sonographer preferred.

Responsibilities

Calibrate, maintain, and control all ultrasound equipment.
OB, Anatomy and Growth ultrasounds as well as biophysical exams.
Dopplers and cx lengths.
GYN scans including saline infused sonohysterograms.
Take sonogram still images and video for physician and patients.
Notify Physicians of any abnormalities or concerns immediately.
Chart ultrasound results.
Soothe and reassure nervous or anxious patients.
See patients on time and reschedule patients as necessary.
Arrive to work on time when practice opens.
Refrain from commenting on your work to patients unless specifically instructed to do so by a Physician.