Ultrasound Sonographer - Obstetrics and Gynecology

Washington University in St. Louis

1d • $36 - $56 • Onsite

About The Position

We seek a friendly, reliable, and flexible team ultrasound sonographer to work alongside 16 sonographers, 1 genetic counselor, and 3 front desk team members in a supportive patient focused culture. Enjoy a Monday-Friday (7:45am-4:15pm) schedule with no call, weekends, or holidays. We provide world-class diagnostic screenings and evaluations for patients who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or experiencing pelvic/abdominal pain or related complications. Our team of specialists in maternal-fetal medicine, clinical genetics and OB/GYN sonography have the advanced technologies and knowledge to provide our patients precise screening and expert evaluations. As part of our team, performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physicians, you'll gain experience working with high-risk patients, multiples, and very unique experiences collaborating with physicians, residents, and fellows with inpatient and outpatient patients. We seek to optimize the outcome for all pregnancies, regardless of risk, using an integrated care approach, cutting edge technology and coordination of care with referring physicians. Care is supported by modern prenatal diagnosis technologies designed to enhance the assessment of fetal conditions and maximize reproductive options. We welcome new graduates to apply!

Requirements

• Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Diagnostic Cardio - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Nice To Haves

• Communication
• Darkroom Supplies
• Procedure Training
• Supply Management
• Ultrasound Equipment
• Ultrasounds

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound examinations per scanning protocols, correcting patient history with examination and presents study to physician for examination while adhering to patient schedules.
• Assists physicians with procedures, providing sonographic guidance during process, obtains necessary supplies and equipment and monitors patient needs assisting physicians with patient support.
• Teaches ultrasound procedures and techniques to visitors in the department such as residents, students, fellows and new sonographers and enhances own professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and conferences.
• Maintains documentation as required including patient files, performs data entry and completes paperwork needed for procedures/processes.
• Develops film through automatic processing, monitoring darkroom supplies and equipment.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Performs phlebotomy and injections when required.
• Assists with maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Assists clerical staff with front desk support when needed.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees