Perinatal Ultrasonographer Jobs

TITLE: Perinatal Ultrasonographer

DEPT: Perinatology

SCOPE OF POSITION: Working with a Perinatalogist, a Perinatal Diagnostic Sonographer performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations using cognitive skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images within the Maternal Fetal Medicine department. Uses independent judgement to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings. Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes information and medical history. Must have experience assisting the interpreting physician, ability to integrate pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data, able to provide patient education, ability to prepare preliminary reports and contact referring physician when required. Must be proficient in fetal doppler, nuchal translucency screening, 3D/4D ultrasound and gynecologic ultrasound including complications due to infertility treatments. Must be skilled in invasive ultrasound guided procedures. Must have a comprehensive understanding of perinatal ultrasound protocols for all trimesters. Experience in OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine are essential prerequisites.

RESPOSIBILITIES:

• Properly identifies and prepares patients for the examination and obtain optimal images in an efficient manner to assist in patient work up.

• Utilizes proper equipment and high level disinfection to the examination and appropriate reporting.

• Comfortable performing transvaginal and operating room procedures.

• Scans efficiently in order to complete the appropriate number of daily scans.

• Maintains inventory of supplies.

• Maintains adequate records.

• Correctly completes charges and ensures proper billing, as observed by input from the scheduling manager.

• Outstanding communication skills, required to interact with patients and families to provide information about the content of the sonogram as it is being conducted.

• Responsible for patient safety, well being and privacy at all times

• Thoroughly explains the procedure and ensures patients physical and emotional comfort (observed by lead or management and noted by patient complaints).

• Performs various record keeping and customer service functions.

• Maintain open communication with staff and ensure feedback follows the appropriate chain to ensure the goals of the department are met and operations run efficiently.

• Maintains and cleans ultrasound equipment and examination rooms in compliance with universal precautions

• Responsible for maintaining appropriate PPE standards, including the ability to properly don and doff PPE.

• Knowledge of universal precautions and blood borne pathogens.

• Instruct students in clinical procedures.

• Participates in various teaching and learning opportunities in order to further his/her own personal knowledge and to assist in expanding the knowledge of others.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE: In addition to performing imaging procedures at an advanced level, employees should conduct and conform to hospital policy so that the best possible patient care may be provided. Maintains good interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and staff. Responsible for providing service excellence by creating a great “first impression” by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills to all customers groups including patients, families, friends, physicians, staff and support personnel. Follows safety precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties to ensure a safe environment. Operates equipment and performance of all job related duties in a safe manner. Follow routine protocols and physicians specific prescriptions when imaging. Perform quality and compassionate patient care in order to ensure patient cooperation and safety and satisfaction. No more than one serious variance in an evaluation period.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES: Registered in a minimum of two certifications by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) SPI & OB/GYN REQUIRED Successful completion of college curriculum (Allied Health) Completion of formal Ultrasound training in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) Certification in Nuchal Translucency and CLEAR certification preferred Minimum 3-5 years experience in Perinatal / Maternal Fetal Medicine scanning are essential prerequisites. Experience in Fetal Echocardiography preferred. CPR or BLS based on AHA standards. In compliance with CME registry requirements and in good status with all licenses and boards

Location: Waterbury Hospital · Family Birthing Center
Schedule: Per Diem, Days, Per Diem HR 8-5