Sonographer, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer under the supervision of a qualified physician for diagnosis and treatment, performs a wide-range of high-risk perinatal diagnostic sonographic procedures using high-frequency sound waves to assess fetal development, maternal and fetal anatomy, and vascular structures.
• The role requires specialized skills in maternal-fetal imaging and supports the evaluation, diagnosis, and care of complex pregnancies within the ambulatory setting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement to evaluate quality, completeness, timeliness, according to protocol.
• Participates in CME opportunities.
• Seeks out opportunities for self-growth by participating in in-service programs and other educational activities.
• Attends department meetings.
• Operates ultrasound machines and related equipment with proficiency and care.
• Monitors equipment reliability and safety.
• Reports issues and/or repairs or service due.
• Restock sonography rooms with required supplies for sonography performance.
• Performs routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of imaging equipment as required.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
• Collaborates with maternal-fetal medicine physicians, sonographers, nurses, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and contribute to case evaluations.
• Participates in clinical case discussions, image reviews, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.
• Fosters positive working relationships, across departments, and campuses to represent Client as a unified, supportive team.
• Models Client mission, vision and values.
• Engages full spectrum of communication excellence, models integrity, personal accountability, engagement, communication bridges, active listening, open dialogue, empathy, understanding and interest.
• Acknowledges and respects individual cultures, values, beliefs, and preferences. Practices self-care and renewal.
• Exhibits initiative in addressing and resolving customer complaints.
• Prepares patients for procedures and explains imaging processes to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
• Ensures patient safety, privacy, and comfort throughout the imaging examination.
• Demonstrates professionalism and empathy in interactions with patients experiencing complex or high-risk pregnancies.
• Informs patient of physician’s instructions or ancillary caregiver’s observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care.
• Meets the needs of the patient, family, and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination, and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy, and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean work area that includes a safe environment.
• Positions patients and equipment properly to promote comfort and prevent injury.
• Performs advanced ultrasound imaging studies for high-risk obstetric patients including:
• Single and multiple Level II fetal anatomy scans.
• Fetal echocardiogram.
• Nuchal translucency and first-trimester screenings.
• Biophysical profiles (BPP) and growth scans.
• Fetal growth assessments.
• Middle cerebral artery (ClientA) Doppler scans.
• Umbilical vein Doppler scans.
• Cervical length evaluations.
• Performs visual sonographic guidance to complete successful invasive procedures (e.g. Amniocentesis).
• Acquires high-quality images consistent with established departmental protocols and standards.
• Differentiates between normal and abnormal findings and communicates relevant observations to the supervising provider/physician.
• Inspects and reviews patient charts, reports, lab results, and medical history. Creates reports to assist the physician with documentation.
• Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma, GED.
• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• ARDMS certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in high-risk obstetric ultrasound in a hospital or maternal-fetal medicine setting.
• 1 Year experience in OBGYN.