Ultrasound Technologist - Obstetrics & High Risk - Ballantyne Maternal Fetal Medi

Department

02255 GCMG Maternal Fetal Medicine:
South Charlotte - OB/GYN:
Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Full time

Yes

40

Monday-Friday 7:30 am-4:30 pm

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Based on eligibility.

$37.50 - $56.25

• Performs all Obstetrical and Gynecological Ultrasounds according to ACOG guidelines.
• Performs Ultrasound studies for diagnosis including assessment of fetal growth, development and age and evaluation for fetal anomalies.
• Performs Ultrasound imaging for fetal diagnosis and anomaly detection for patients with high risk indications.
• Performs Ultrasound evaluation for fetal and umbilical doppler studies. Performs ultrasound guidance for amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, percutaneous umbilical cord sampling, special invasive procedures and gynecological sonography including gynecological doppler.
• Participates in Procedure Verification/Universal Protocol in the absence of a RN.
• Reviews chart for orders prior to clinic visit and follows physician's orders.
• Assists the physician with procedures as directed.
• Collects necessary vital signs and records on patient's medical record.
• Assists with inventory, ordering and distribution of supplies and pharmaceuticals excluding controlled substances.

Ability to push a 400+ pound Ultrasound machine to the LDR Suites or Obstetrical High Risk Unit for an emergency scan. Requires frequent standing, stretching and bending to reach necessary supplies. Pulling and pushing required for wheel chair and stretcher patients and to move the Ultrasound machine within the exam room. Ability to grasp necessary transducers to use for sonography. Digital dexterity to enter data on Ultrasound keyboard is necessary.

Carrying and lifting supplies to restock exam rooms and storing transducers at the end of shift is necessary. Ability to work in a fast paced setting and ability to handle stressful situations with empathy and professionalism a must. Must speak English fluently. Exposure to communicable diseases.

Current license Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in the specialty of OB/Gyn. Minimum 2 years High-Risk OB ultrasound experience required. Fetal Echo Registry or Registry eligible. Experience with routine obstetrical ultrasound imaging and machinery, and gynecological ultrasound imaging and pathology required. BLS required per policy guidelines.

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• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

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Performs required Diagnostic Ultrasound procedures. Assists leadership with clinical and administrative duties.