Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Director

Position: Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Director - Open Rank
Position Summary

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Variable Track, Assistant or Associate Maternal Fetal Medicine Professor will care for inpatient and outpatient obstetrics patients and provide administrative, clinical, quality and educational leadership for the obstetrics ultrasound unit.

Responsibilities include:

Clinical:
High‑risk obstetric care, perinatal consultation, prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound, genetic services, fetal therapy, and perinatal outreach;
Division faculty members are engaged participants in UNC’s Collaborative for Maternal and Infant Health, which provides multidisciplinary care coordination for families referred for fetal malformations. Academic:
Actively participate in student and resident teaching and provide subspecialty training for six Maternal Fetal Medicine fellows through its 3‑year American Board of Obstetrics & Genecology (ABOG) approved fellowship program. Research:
Contribute to the division’s research mission.

Ultrasound Director Duties

• Oversee daily clinical and administrative operations of the ultrasound unit

• Lead, manage, and mentor the multidisciplinary team of sonographers, nurses, and support staff

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the ultrasound unit

• Monitor budget and ensure efficient workflow, resource utilization, and cost‑effective practices without compromising patient care

• Collaborate across telemedicine, divisions, departments, and external stakeholders to improve maternal and fetal health services and ensure seamless service integration

• Advocate for patient‑centered care; ensure patients/families are well‑informed and supported; address patient concerns and feedback

• Provide clinical oversight and direction for all MFM ultrasound services

• Ensure high standards of patient care through developing and implementing protocols and guidelines to ensure evidence‑based practice

• Lead quality improvement initiatives and monitor outcomes to enhance service delivery

• Ensure compliance with all relevant medical standards, regulations, and best practices

• Oversee training programs for new sonographers, travelers, and remote sonographers

• Organize and conduct training sessions, workshops, and seminars for sonographers, physicians, and staff

• Liaison with department trainees

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

MD or DO degree, completed a 4‑year ACGME‑approved OB‑GYN residency and a 3‑year ACGME or ABOG‑approved fellowship in Maternal‑Fetal Medicine. Board Certified/Board Eligible/Active Candidate in both OB‑GYN and Maternal‑Fetal Medicine. Competence in maternal medicine and prenatal diagnosis, and a commitment to excellence in medical education.

Preferred Qualifications , Competencies, and Experience

Interest and expertise in prenatal diagnosis, fetal echo, pregnancy remote surveillance, fetal therapy, quality and safety, and reproductive justice.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Some night, weekend, and holiday inpatient work is expected, in rotation with other division members.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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