OB/Nuchal Translucency Ultrasonographer
OB/Nuchal Translucency Ultrasonographer - PT
Performing basic obstetric pelvic diagnostic ultrasound procedures, including: portable imaging, transvaginal ultrasounds, biophysical profiles. Essential Functions: - Greets patient, explains ultrasound procedure, answers questions. - Selects the appropriate machine probe to be used to obtain diagnostic information requested by referring physician. - Assist OB physicians in performing diagnostic Nuchal Translucency ultrasound procedures. Assisting Perinatologist in performing invasive procedures, i.e., amniocentesis sonohysterograms. - Applies gel to patient's skin, applies probe, monitors equipment to obtain ultra-sound images. - Produces evaluate ultrasound images related data that are used by OB/GYN physician to render a medical diagnosis. - Prepares initial diagnosis by identifying abnormal conditions for review by OB/GYN physician. - Uses ultrasound equipment to assist providers to conduct invasive procedures. - Maintains equipment examination room, stores film, keeps inventory of related supplies. - Prepares patient information files w/ patient identification, date of exam, referring physician, exam per-formed. - Prepares submits reports showing the number type of examinations conducted. - Performs other related duties as directed. Qualifications: Schedule Details: - Will require some working hours at the Woodlawn Medical Office. Basic Qualifications: - 2 years of full time experience as an OB Ultrasound Sonographer required. - Completion of a high school level of course work w/ attainment of a high school diploma or a State High School Equivalency Certificate GED required. - Completion of an ARDMS accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology required. - Current certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) in abdomen /or OB/GYN required. - Current certification in Nuchal Translucency/1st trimester screening certification required. - CPR Certification required. - Knowledge of ultrasound techniques practices. - Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department w/out affecting departmental flow. - Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software. - Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization. - Ability to communicate pleasantly effectively w/ members coworkers. - Demonstrates good oral written communication skills - Ability to travel to other Medical Centers. - Performing various patients positioning transporting duties, which require lifting pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques. - In order to work effectively w/ patients, must have effective interpersonal skills be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, see. - May be required to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills hand-eye coordination skills, walk stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely hear normal sounds w/ some background noises. - Must have visual auditory acuity. - Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department w/out affecting departmental flow. - Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail w/ constant interruption attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time. Preferred Qualifications: - Graduation from an AMA approved program in diagnostic ultrasound technology preferred.