Ultrasound Technologist- Maternal Fetal Medicine

Ultrasound Technologist

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position: This position is responsible for preparing patients and performing specialized obstetrical and gynecologic ultrasound exams and procedures in accordance with physician's orders and established protocols. The sonographer will prepare images and reports of the examination and results in a timely, accurate manner to facilitate diagnosis and ensure quality patient care.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs specialized obstetric, fetal, and gynecologic diagnostic ultrasound examinations in order to detect fetal anomalies, evaluate fetal anatomy, and detect gynecologic anomalies using the ultrasound machine and other necessary equipment per department standards and protocols.
• Performs and accurately documents the appropriate images for the study indicated in order to provide the physician with comprehensive views to give an accurate interpretive report.
• Performs fetal monitoring tests on indicated patients.
• Assists physician in performance of invasive diagnostic or surgical procedures.
• Educates, assists, and communicates effectively with patients and their families in difficult and anxious settings and provides appropriate and supportive patient care.
• Maintains practice standards as outlined in American Society of Radiologic Technicians (ASRT): The Practice Standards for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy- Sonography Practice Standards.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Radiology and hospital systems and computer applications to include but not limited to: ordering tests, cancelling tests, retrieval of patient information, change orders, tracking patients and images, and charging exams.
• Maintains practice standards as outlined in The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) accreditation.

Skills:

• Active Listening
• Patient Monitoring
• Patient Care
• Group Problem Solving
• Attention to detail
• Ultrasounds
• Patient Communication
• Communication
• Scheduling
• Critical Thinking
• Analyzing Data or Information
• Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Ultrasound Equipment
• Relationship Building