Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer I/II/III - Ob/Gyn

Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer

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The Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer working in Ob/Gyn will assist with scanning routine and comprehensive MFM ultrasounds utilizing high-definition ultrasound technology for the purpose of detection of fetal anomalies and prevention of adverse outcomes related to fetal complications and maternal disease under the supervision of the MFM Sonographer.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Performs high-level, detailed obstetrical ultrasounds on high-risk patients at multiple clinical sites. Comprehensive Anatomical Surveys, Fetal Pulsed and Color Doppler Studies to access suspected fetal anomalies, fetal growth restriction, placental complications, complications related to multiples. Biophysical Profile Testing, Fetal Growth Survey, Nuchal Translucency Measurements, First Trimester Scans, Transvaginal Ultrasound to assess cervical and placental complications.
• Utilizes a variety of ultrasound imaging techniques (Transabdominal, Transvaginal, 3D/4D, Doppler) to evaluate fetal and uterine physiology.
• Provides ultrasound guidance for in-office procedures such as amniocentesis. High risk women include those at higher risk for fetal anomalies, congenital abnormalities, fetal growth restriction, stillbirth, premature birth, or other adverse pregnancy outcomes.
• Communicates ultrasound findings and provides a written report to the attending MFM Physician and appropriate individuals (OB residents, NPs, PA¿s, CNM) to aid in the diagnostic process under supervision.
• Obtains a detailed patient history to assess for maternal conditions and prior outcomes that may impact the current pregnancy and the need for further ultrasound surveillance.
• Performs Fetal Echocardiogram Screening on high-risk patients to screen for the presence of complex heart defects and rhythm anomalies that will be referred to Pediatric Cardiology for confirmation and treatment under supervision.
• Operates and maintains specialized Ultrasound and Trophon equipment. Maintains sterilization equipment logs. Maintains a clean workspace and properly cleans/sterilizes equipment between each use. Performs basic maintenance on equipment to assure proper working conditions. Assists with ordering supplies.
• Participates in data collection for research studies for the OBGYN and MFM Departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and competency assessments.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities under supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem solving.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• Provide exemplary customer service, ability to effectively communicate with physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required
• Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within one year of employment required

Minimum Education:

• Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) AMA-approved school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.
• Associate's Degree required.

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.