GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Perinatal Sonographer is a member of a multidisciplinary team working to evaluate, diagnose and manage maternal and fetal conditions during pregnancy. This role requires a solid diagnostic ultrasound skill set and medical knowledge of multi-system fetal developmental abnormalities

· The sonographer must be able to provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective.

1. Ensure a safe and comfortable experience for the patient during the study.

2. Create and edit orders in the electronic medical record.

3. Create patient records in the sonography reporting software system.

4. Create sonographer reports in the sonography reporting software system and enter requisite data.

5. Demonstrate timeliness in completion of studies and documentation

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

The sonographer must demonstrate knowledge of the requisite biotechnological and biomedical sciences, as well as application of this knowledge to patient care.

1. Optimize US settings for image acquisition.

2. Differentiate normal from abnormal fetal anatomic development.

3. Identify sonographic aneuploidy markers.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

· The sonographer must be able to perform all the following diagnostic procedures.

1. Detailed fetal anatomic surveys

2. Doppler assessment of arterial and venous blood vessels.

3. Nuchal translucency

4. Fetal growth assessments

5. Biophysical Profiles

6. Transvaginal cervical length assessments

7. Provide sonographic assistance for procedures (chorionic villus sampling, amniocentesis, cerclage)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· Graduation from a school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography; or high school diploma or GED and clinical ultrasound/vascular experience as approved by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in OB/Gyn.

· Current registration as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Obstetrics and Gynecology (RDMS OB/GYN) granted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in OB/Gyn and remain in good standing.

· Minimum 3 years of experience in perinatal sonography.

· Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements

· Current BLS

· Current driver’s license issued by Department of Motor Vehicles

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

· NT credential preferred, but not required

· Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonography Experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

· Current registration as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Obstetrics and Gynecology (RDMS OB/GYN) granted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in OB/Gyn and remain in good standing.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

· NT credential preferred, but not required

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Radiology/Imaging

Organization: AdventHealth Medical Group West FL

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24015075

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.