Ultrasound Tech - Phoebe Maternal/Fetal Medicine

Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures under the supervision of the Maternal Fetal Medicine physician for diagnosis and treatment of high-risk OB patients. Prepares and directs patients for examinations. Performs OB diagnostic procedures to ensure the delivery of quality care. Participates in quality control procedures. Contributes to the efficient operation of the department. Maintains confidentiality. Performs other duties as assigned. The technologist is to provide very good service; that is to treat every patient with respect, courtesy and explain the exam to the patient. The technologist must be able to work together with others providing a positive work environment. The technologist is responsible to provide a clean and safe environment for the patients, fellow employees and themselves. Maintains professional development and education.

Requirements

Vocational / Technical Degree in Ultrasound Technology (Required)
1-2 years MFM scanning experience (Required)
3-4 years OBGYN scanning experience (Required)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) (Required)
Registered in OB/GYN from ARDMS (Required)
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Relations
Mathmatical
Analytical
Grammar / Spelling
Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
Follow Verbal Instructions
Basic Computer Skills
General Clerical Skills
Have near normal hearing - Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice
Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

Nice To Haves

0-1 year Genetic screening and fetal echo scanning experience (Preferred)
Nuchal Translucency certification (preferred)
Fetal Echo eligibility (preferred)

Responsibilities

Performs complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures under the supervision of the Maternal Fetal Medicine physician for diagnosis and treatment of high-risk OB patients.
Prepares and directs patients for examinations.
Performs OB diagnostic procedures to ensure the delivery of quality care.
Participates in quality control procedures.
Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.
Maintains confidentiality.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Treats every patient with respect, courtesy and explains the exam to the patient.
Works together with others providing a positive work environment.
Provides a clean and safe environment for the patients, fellow employees and themselves.
Maintains professional development and education.
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all OB patients based on demonstrated needs.