Sonographer- Maternal Fetal Medicine (Per Diem)

Requisition ID : 2024-44889

Location : US-FL-Fort Lauderdale

Position Type : Per Diem

HR Rep / Recruiter : Marcia Harrison

Contact : [email protected]

Responsibilities

• Escorts patient and family to and from examination room.
• Explains exam to patient and family prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Acquires anatomical, pathological, and / or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
• Maintains patient charts and records, and records / processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
• Creates a preliminary report for physician review / signature.
• Reviews studies with physicians.
• Assists physician with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
• Codes appropriate for services performed.
• Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Maintains laundry for examination rooms.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
• Follows the accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where applicable.
• Follows and complies with universal precautions and OSHA standards.
• Follows and complies with safety and security training.
• Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
• Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) experience as an ultrasound technician working in OB / GYN and / or MFM setting. MFM experience strongly preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent.
• ARDMS OB / GYN certified or eligible
• Fetal echo certification or eligible to obtain with 12 months of hire. Fetal echo experience preferred or will be provided.

Participates in staff development, in-service workshops, and educational activities. Participates in professional development activities and meetings.

• Completion of a program containing OB / GYN ultrasonography.
• CPR certification required.
• Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job- training in ultrasonography, or completion of an approved ultrasonography educational program.
• Maintain or be eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS).
• Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.

Benefits and Compensation

Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents :

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Progyny Fertility Benefits
• Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
• 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - 15% discount*
• Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Employee Optional Life and AD&D
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Parental Leave Benefit
• Sick Pay Bank
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Group Aflac Policies
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Charitable Fund
• Care.com
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Various Discount Programs

Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over

About Us

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children.

Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices.

The group's high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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