Part Time Sonography Specialist - OB​/GYN Center at Cullowhee, NC

Position: Part Time Sonography Specialist I - OB/GYN Center at Cullowhee, NC
MAHEC is now accepting candidates for a part-time Sonography Specialist I role supporting OB/GYN at our multidisciplinary Health Center at Cullowhee, NC!

The Sonography Specialist I performs a variety of technical imaging procedures that require independent judgement and initiative in the utilization of ultrasound in a dedicated academic women’s health facility that serves as a regional referral center for both high-risk obstetric and advanced gynecologic care, including level 2 targeted anatomy and 3-D gynecologic ultrasounds as well as a variety of procedures. The sonographer assumes responsibility for procedures performed.  

Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement and initiative in the utilization of ultrasound in a dedicated perinatal and gyn facility.  The sonographer assumes responsibility for procedures performed.  This position will focus on obstetrical and gynecological as needed ultrasound scans.
** SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
** 95%, Clinical Activities
* Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
* Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information including records received from outside providers, hospital system and EMR.
* Perform ultrasound procedures completely with independent judgement, initiative and accuracy.  Assess the quality of sonographic images produced and state if there are limiting factors affecting the study. Communicate initial findings to patient in a manner appropriate to patient’s ability to comprehend information.
* Accurately label each ultrasound performed.  Complete all preliminary ultrasound reports and assure completeness of all ultrasound records and follow-up with referring care providers for MAHEC patients from all Departments.
* Communicate ultrasound findings to care providers immediately if indicated by preliminary ultrasound findings. Obtain additional images as warranted by screening exam. Notify the maternal-fetal medicine specialist of any suspected abnormalities per protocol.
* Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws and organizational policies and procedures.
* Assign appropriate priority to patient scheduling of work-ins and accommodates emergencies, if possible.
* Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, support staff, physicians, and other members of the health care team.
* Assist with invasive procedures including amniocentesis, Sono-hysterography, ultrasound guided IUD placement and retrieval.
* Provide educational support and learning opportunities to rotating MFM fellows, OBGYN residents, and sonography students.
5%, Administrative Activities
* Attend monthly Fetal and Maternal Board conference and general office all staff meetings.
* Assist with daily billing/coding responsibilities.
* Assist with scheduling follow-up ultrasound appointments and coordinate with schedulers for patients with multiple appointment needs.
* Provide real time feedback to and written evaluation of various learners rotating in the ultrasound unit.
* Perform and document quality control procedures for ultrasound and sterilization equipment to ensure patient safety, optimal machine performance, and effective preventive maintenance.
* Assist with image capture, reporting, and application preparation necessary to ensure appropriate accreditation is secured and maintained (AIUM, AAAHC, etc.)
* Perform and document quality control procedures for ultrasound and sterilization equipment to ensure patient safety, optimal machine performance, and effective preventive maintenance.
* Assist with image capture and reporting to ensure appropriate accreditation is secured and maintained (AIUM, AAAHC, etc.)
* This role description is a general description of the essential job functions.  It is not intended to describe all the duties the Sonographer may perform.
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* ** Communication Skills
** Effectively and respectably communicate with other individuals, whether it be a colleague, patient, or patient’s family member and…