OB/GYN Ultrasound Sonographer

Performance of comprehensive non-invasive, invasive and vascular procedures to demonstrate (OB/GYN) anatomy under investigation.

1)Provides physiologic assessment of OB/GYN vasculature and fetal well-being.

2)Independently provides technically optimal, complete and accurate images for diagnosis of the high-risk OB/GYN patient.

3)Combines clinical history while performing sonographic study to summarize findings of the study and upon completion of the study has the responsibility of documenting information/action to the appropriate physician

4)Assists physicians during invasive procedures which include amniocentesis, sonohysterograms, endometrial biopsies, and chorionic villi sampling.

2)Summary of findings by imaging technologist must be entered onto the Perinatal computer network which requires advanced knowledge of operation of both computer hardware and software.

3)Notification of appropriate physician of summary of findings

Displays competent understanding and operation of ultrasound equipment

2)Able to perform start-up and shut down procedures on all equipment

3)Ability to operate all ultrasound equipment in a competent manner

6)Performs problem solving as situation warrants ie equipment malfunction, and physical limitations of equipment.

7)Handles all equipment with care.

i.e. implementation of immobilization devices as necessary for patient safety and comfort.

5)Maintains positive customer relations including proper phone etiquette.

6)Professional manner must be displayed in relating to patients, physicians, family members, etc. 1)Ability to competently position patients for all ultrasound exams.

3)Competent to perform film reviews to determine if more views are necessary to complete the exam.

5)Participates in problem solving that would improve quality for the department

7)Provides directions and instruction to new staff, students, and staff in need of assistance.

1)Ensures a secure, safe patient and work environment by maintaining a continued awareness of safety hazard labels, pathology specimens, complete laboratory requisitions and deliveries to appropriate laboratory.

2)Cleans, prepares and sanitizes aspiration handles and endocavity transducers for invasive procedures and endovaginal/translabial imaging according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection controls.

4)Maintains adequate supplies (gel, film, syringes) in US rooms and notifies manager if supplies are depleted.

Provides technical support for smooth and efficient operation of Ultrasound Department.

4)Interacts closely with the Ultrasound Team Lead and department supervisor to provide for smooth daily operation of the department.

5)Attends regularly scheduled Ultrasound Department meetings and in-services.

6)Assists in orientation of Ultrasound Department personnel.

7)Helps in answering telephones, reviewing physician's orders, as needed or other related duties as requested by department supervisor

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

ARDMS-Registered in OB • Certified in performing Nuchal Translucency within 6 months • CPR certification

Graduate of AMA approved school of ultrasound. • 2 years OB/GYN experience • Must become proficient in fetal echos within 1 year of hire date

Good skills in OB/GYN and pelvic ultrasound exams • Good skills in endovaginal scanning. • Good skills in OB/GYN color duplex scanning. • Good skills and knowledge of pathology in high risk OB/GYN imaging.

Perform emergency procedures as required. • Moving of equipment to bedside. • Attend annual in-services on fire safety, infection control to meet department safety requirements. -Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.