Radiology - Sonographer

MFM Clinic Sonographer

The Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Sonographer provides specialized high-risk obstetric ultrasound services to assist in the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of maternal and fetal conditions. This role performs a wide range of advanced OB ultrasound examinations and assists MFM physicians with invasive procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS). The MFM Sonographer selects appropriate equipment and transducers, educates and positions patients, obtains relevant health histories, and communicates effectively with patients and support persons. This position requires advanced expertise in detecting and evaluating fetal pathology, communicating findings to the MFM physician, and ensuring diagnostic quality imaging for patient care.

Qualifications

Required:

• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health/Education Programs (CAAHEP).
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (OB/GYN).
• ARDMS Fetal Echocardiography (FE) registry.

Preferred:

• Two (2) years of related work experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine or a high-risk obstetrics setting.

Essential Job Functions

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must ensure timely completion of all required education as assigned per regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and other registry requirements.

• Perform a variety of high-risk obstetric ultrasound studies according to established protocols.
• Assist MFM physicians with invasive obstetric procedures such as amniocentesis and CVS.
• Import images and clinical data into imaging systems, ensuring accurate patient record documentation.
• Evaluate fetal anatomy, growth, and well-being; identify abnormal findings and obtain additional images as directed.
• Provide patient education and support before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintain examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness, stocking of supplies, and readiness for procedures.
• Perform high-level disinfection of ultrasound transducers per infection control standards.
• Collaborate with MFM physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental process improvements.
• Mentor and support new sonographers and students in the MFM setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality.
• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment.
• Proficient in current and new computer applications and office equipment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.

Schedule Requirements

This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Repeatedly 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sitting (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods, which may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Standing (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods, which may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walking (Repeatedly): Moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climbing (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and ramps using feet and legs, and may also use hands and arms.
• Twisting/Bending/Stooping/Kneeling (Repeatedly): Requires flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reaching Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Pushing/Pulling (Repeatedly): Using the upper