Maternal Fetal Ultrasound Sonographer II

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Responsible for the independent operation of advanced diagnostic ultrasound equipment to evaluate and document complex obstetric and gynecologic conditions.
• This includes comprehensive fetal assessments in all trimesters (fetal echocardiography, detection of fetal anomalies, and evaluation of high-risk pregnancies), gynecologic imaging studies, and the provision of real-time ultrasound guidance for invasive obstetric procedures.
• Accountable for performing and accurately communicating results of diagnostic examinations across the full spectrum of maternalfetal medicine and gynecologic care.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Independently performs the full spectrum of maternal-fetal and gynecologic ultrasound examinations under general or direct supervision, including.
• Detailed fetal anatomical surveys.
• Fetal well-being evaluations (biophysical profiles, maternal/fetal Doppler studies, amniotic fluid volume assessments).
• Maternal pelvic imaging, including transvaginal cervical assessment.
• Real-time ultrasound guidance for invasive procedures
• Advanced volume imaging technologies Fetal echocardiography.
• Supports Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists in complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under ultrasound guidance, anticipating physician needs and ensuring safety and accuracy throughout.
• Provides standardization and training to residents and fellows in specialized invasive procedure techniques.
• Reviews patient history and evaluates for contraindications such as medications, insufficient preparation, or the patient’s inability or unwillingness to tolerate the procedure.
• Consults with patients, communicates findings to the supervising physician, and ensures patients are informed and appropriately prepared.
• Evaluates for indications for advanced imaging and tailors the examination or procedure as appropriate.
• Acquires, records, and analyzes high-quality sonographic images and physiological data, ensuring examinations are complete, accurate, and sufficient for physician interpretation.
• Uses advanced image management techniques within the image archive, reporting system, and imaging modality to ensure seamless patient care during downtime procedures.
• Monitors and evaluates findings throughout each examination, recognizing abnormalities or urgent conditions that that require immediate review or direct visualization by the MFM specialist.
• Obtains and integrates high-quality color, power, and spectral Doppler waveforms to document fetal and maternal hemodynamics for physician interpretation.
• Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of sonographic impressions and findings to the supervising physician to support diagnostic and therapeutic decisions.
• Supports new-hire onboarding as requested.
• Provides hands-on training and clinical support to physician learners, including Ob/Gyn residents and MFM fellows.
• Provides hands-on training and clinical support to non-physician learners, including ultrasound students, medical students, and other advanced practice provider trainees.
• May be asked to perform other job-related tasks beyond those listed.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience in Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Familiarity with fetal echochardiagoraphy, MCA dopplers, fetal anatomy.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Ability to provide ultrasound guidance for amniocentesis and Client.