Ultrasound Tech - Maternal Fetal Medicine

Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures and examinations under the supervision of the Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician to support the diagnosis and treatment of high-risk OB patients. The technologist prepares and directs patients for examinations and performs diagnostic procedures to ensure quality care. The role also includes participating in quality control procedures, maintaining professional development and education, keeping the work environment clean and safe, and contributing to efficient department operations. The technologist maintains patient confidentiality, provides respectful and courteous customer service, explains examinations to patients, works collaboratively to support a positive work environment, and helps provide a safe environment for patients, fellow employees, and themselves.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound school.
Registered in OB/GYN from ARDMS.
1–2 years of OB scanning experience.
Experience performing detailed fetal anatomy scans.
Experience performing transvaginal ultrasound.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Certified Sonography (S)(ARRT) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).

Nice To Haves

Experience performing fetal echoes.

Responsibilities

Prepare and direct patients for examinations.
Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures and examinations for high-risk OB patients under the supervision of the Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician.
Participate in quality control procedures.
Maintain professional development and education.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Contribute to the efficient operation of the department.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Provide respectful and courteous customer service and explain examinations to patients.
Work collaboratively with others to support a positive work environment.
Provide a safe environment for patients, fellow employees, and themselves.