Ultrasound Technologist - OB/GYN

Schuylkill•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Performs OB/GYN ultrasound exams and procedures with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative of designated anatomy per physician specifications and established protocols.

Requirements

Specialized Diploma Graduate of approved CAAHEP school of diagnostic medical sonography or certification program.
In good standing with the ARDMS.
1 year experience performing first trimester dating/viability scans, third trimester growth scans and biophysical profiles and Experience performing basic transvaginal gyn ultrasound.
Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, families, physicians, and nursing personnel.
Ability to function independently and competently.
Ability to maintain professional relationship with co-workers and medical staff.
Knowledge of a wide variety of personnel such as patients, family, physicians, nurses, and students.
Knowledge necessary to ensure that the assessment, treatment, and care are appropriate to the age of patients served ranging in age from adolescents to geriatrics.
Ability to perform basic transvaginal gyn exam and adhere to department chaperone policy.
RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Upon Hire and RDMS-OB/GYN - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Upon Hire and BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 30 Days

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Bachelor’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
1 year performing ultrasound guided procedures and 1 year performing obstetrical cervical length ultrasounds and 1 year experience with fetal anatomy and umbilical artery doppler.

Responsibilities

Performs all diagnostic ultrasound procedures adhering to ultrasound protocols established by the department using appropriate technique and selection of equipment.
Identifies patient and provides instruction and guidance in regards to ultrasound procedures.
Reviews and confirms provider orders.
Provides technical support and consults with the OB/GYN providers, nursing and management when needed.
Maintains patient information and ultrasound exam documentation on the reporting system, image storage system, and EHR.
Obtains pertinent medical history from records prior to exams and prepares preliminary reports as requested by the physician.
Optimizes images by applying knowledge of ultrasound physics and adjusting the machine presets to avoid artifacts and optimize the principal region of interest.
Strives to reduce errors and reworks through a preventive planning process
Handles patients with a high degree of professionalism upholding our CORE values, medical ethics, courtesy, patience and safety.
Assists in the training of new employees and coordinates workflows in ancillary departments.
Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area.
Responsible for the efficient operation of all equipment utilized for ultrasound exams, reports malfunctions and the need for adjustment and/or repair to the appropriate authority.
Performs high level disinfection of transvaginal and/or transabdominal probes as needed.