Sonographer
Company: Mary's Center
Location: Silver Spring
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
DescriptionMary's Center is committed to promoting diversity,
equity and inclusion (DEI) within our organization and the
communities we serve. We embrace diversity of experiences, ideas,
and individuals, and seek to bring a diverse group of candidates to
the table.
Important Note: Mary's Center is mandating the COVID-19 vaccine +
booster for all staff.
Position Summary
The Sonographer will perform basic and advanced obstetric and
pelvic diagnostic ultrasound procedures, transvaginal ultrasounds,
biophysical profiles, and umbilical doppler.
Reportability
This position will report directly to the EVP of Medicine.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Greet patients, explain ultrasound procedures, and
answer
- Select the appropriate machine and probe to be used to obtain
diagnostic information requested by referring physician.
- Assist OB physicians in performing diagnostic Nuchal
Translucency ultrasound procedures as well as training sonography
technologists. Must remain current with and maintain all ARDMS
regulations.
- Assist Obstetrician and other specialists in performing
invasive procedures, i.e., amniocentesis and
sonohysterograms.
- Produce and evaluate ultrasound images and related data that
are used by OB/GYN physician to render a medical
diagnosis.
- Prepare initial diagnosis by identifying abnormal conditions
for review by OB/GYN physician.
- Use ultrasound equipment and assist providers to conduct
invasive procedures.
- Provide education to patient about procedures performed and
communicate information as appropriate to patient as visualization
of anatomy is seen on display screen.
- Recognize cross-sectional anatomy as demonstrated.
Differentiate normal/abnormal structures and provide an assessment
concerning pathology.
- Provide preliminary report of sonography examinations for use
by the interpreting physician.
- Maintain equipment and examination room, store film, and keep
inventory of related supplies.
- Prepare patient information files with patient identification,
date of exam, referring provider, and exam performed.
- Prepare and submit reports showing the number and type of
examinations conducted.
- Perform other related duties as directed.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities -
- Minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience as an OB
Ultrasound Sonographer required.
- Completion of an American Registry of Diagnostic Medical
(ARDMS) accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology
required. Must remain current with and maintain all ARDMS
regulations.
- Graduation from an AMA (American Medical Association) approved
program in diagnostic ultrasound technology preferred.
- High school diploma or GED certificate required. Current
certification by ARDMS in abdomen and/or OB/GYN required.
- Preferred certification in Nuchal Translucency/1st trimester
screening certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
required.
- Knowledgeable with ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography
examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization,
and patient safety protocols, policies and procedures.
- Strong ability to follow procedures and protocols is
essential.
- Experience and understanding of computers and software
applications.
- Ability to communicate effectively both written and
orally.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced
environment.
- Strong computer skills, ability to use basic office
equipment.
- Must be organized with a strong ability to multi-task,
prioritize, have strong attention to detail, and a strong ability
to utilize time efficiently.
- Strong ability to act independently as well as be able to work
effectively in a team.
- Must be responsible, attentive to details and have a desire to
develop professionally.
- Must be self-motivated to increase their level of understanding
and knowledge in their field with new procedures that evolve in the
field of Women's Health and infertility.
Language Requirement - Ability to communicate effectively in
English is required. English and Spanish proficiency or fluency
preferred.
Physical Demands - Regularly required to sit; frequently required
to reach with hands and arms, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or
hear; must be able to lift objects up to twenty-five (25)
pounds.
Work Environment - Mostly in a typical office and/or home setting
with quiet to moderate noise level. May be exposed to extreme cold,
heat, and humidity due to outside weather conditions. May be
exposed to potentially hazardous blood-borne/respiratory pathogens
and bodily fluids which require the practice of Universal
Precaution procedures. Opportunity to work a hybrid schedule -
remotely & onsite, as needed.
The Benefits:
- Health Insurance: medical, dental & vision - plus retirement
options through 403(b) contribution and investment
opportunities
- 25 days of paid leave annually (in addition to paid holidays),
plus 5 educational days
- Tuition reimbursement of $2000/year towards education
assistance and professional development
- Transportation subsidy via metro & bus
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Keywords: Mary's Center, Olney , Sonographer, Healthcare , Silver Spring, Maryland
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