Perinatal Sonographer - Marietta Maternal Fetal Medicine

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Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

Responsible for performing inpatient and outpatient diagnostic, level II ultrasounds for the diagnosis of complex fetal anomalies including, but not limited to cardiac defects, intracranial defects, and other systemic defects. Assist and perform ultrasounds during guided procedures, such as genetic amniocentesis, amnioreductions, and chorionic villus sampling. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and correctly position patient for the procedure.

Must be able to provide proper high-level disinfection of probes. Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.

Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions

Perinatal Sonographer Specific Role

Competencies:

• Education a. Maintenance of lifelong certification. b. Provide guidance for general OB/GYN sonographers. c. Obtain and maintain the following certifications: fetal echo, nuchal translucency, CLEAR within 3 years.
• Effective Communication a. Verbal communication with physician, genetic counselor and team regarding ultrasound findings. b. Maintenance of Excel spreadsheet, tracking diagnoses.
• Efficiency a. Subject matter expert regarding specific ultrasound machines. b. Organization of ultrasound reports.
• AIUM Certification a. Active involvement and ability to assist practice in AIUM Certification by providing properly labeled and clear scans and following protocols.
• 5%
  
  Core Competencies:
  
  Equipment

• Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation, and that image quality is maintained.
• Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that problem can be corrected in a timely manner.
• Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.

• 5% Patient Care

• Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
• Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
• Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately.
• Reviews ultrasound images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
• Responds to emergency situations and maintenance of life support equipment.
• Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
• Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates.
• Verifies correct identity of patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure per hospital policy and procedure.
• Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated. Maintains patient’s dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
• Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients.
• Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames.
• Follows physician’s instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
• Uses critical thinking skills.
• Dialogs with patient/family.
• Asks clarifying questions.
• Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
• Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out process when appropriate.
• Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care.
• Preps the patient for the procedure.
• Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.

50% Education and…