Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer

divh2Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer/h2pThe Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer performs diagnostic sonogram scans on patients using specialized equipment. The position works closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results while providing high-quality patient care, demonstrating a strong understanding of ultrasound imaging techniques and technical skill, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment./ppShift Details: Full time (36 hours), 9 hours Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday, 7:30a-5p/ppUnit/Location: Denver, Wheat Ridge, Lafayette and Brighton Maternal Fetal Medicine/ppEssential Functions:/pulliEnsures proper patient identification and prepares the patient for the exam./liliUses proper imaging techniques to ensure timely, safe, and high-quality diagnostic exams./liliDemonstrates the ability to perform High level Maternal Fetal Medicine imaging./liliCompletes and annotates a medically acceptable exam and follows the system standard scanning protocols producing the maximum diagnostic information in a minimal amount of time./liliFollows appropriate processes for performing the appropriate exam, completing exams, and ensuring all exams transfer to PACS./liliFollows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding, and charging, obtaining consents if necessary, documenting any events that may occur, for quality, and reporting any equipment failures or problems./liliExhibits good safety practices in body substance protection, cleaning of equipment, using proper sterile techniques, and removing any expired materials./liliThoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage./liliIs proficient in all downtime processes./liliFollows the appropriate process to modify images on PACS./liliParticipates in and attends Maternal Fetal Medicine clinical training./liliActively participates in process improvement project that improves patient experience, quality, access, etc. Sites may also choose to assign MFM sonographers as one of the following: System superuser, Quality Technical lead, research lead sonographer, equipment lead sonographer, education lead sonographer, or other needs related to the department./li/ulpSkills:/pulliFollowing Protocols/liliUltrasounds/liliPatient Identification/liliDocumentation/liliCustomer Service/liliManagement Reporting/liliAdvanced Imaging Techniques/li/ulpRequired Qualifications:/pulliARDMS: must be registered in OB/GYN or Fetal Echo/liliARDMS: In addition, supports MFM research studies as directed and meet quality standards outlined by the medical director/manager for AIUM Detailed Fetal Anatomy Examination (76811) accredited practices./liliDemonstrates the ability to independently perform complex and challenging exams according to department specific requirements./liliSubject matter expert for advanced technologies, techniques, and practices./liliBasic life support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers/li/ulpPreferred Qualifications:/pulliPrefer three years of experience in OB and MFM with at least one year of those years in MFM./li/ulpPhysical Requirements:/pulliOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies./liliFrequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations./liliManual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc./liliExpected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items./liliNeed to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)/liliMay be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time./liliFor roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles./li/ulpLocation: Denver Midtown Clinic, Lafayette Clinic, Lutheran Maternal Fetal Medicine, Platte Valley Clinic/ppWork City: Denver/ppWork State: Colorado/ppScheduled Weekly Hours: 36/ppThe hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience./pp$42.66 - $65.82/ppIntermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status./ppAt Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (AI) platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment./ppAll positions subject to close without notice./p/div