Fetal Medicine Sonographer — Advanced OB Imaging

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks a highly skilled diagnostic imaging professional specializing in advanced obstetric ultrasound. Under the supervision of a Maternal–Fetal Medicine physician, you will perform detailed fetal anatomy surveys, Doppler studies, and high‑risk assessments to support complex maternal and fetal care.

The role requires CAHEA‑approved training in diagnostic medical sonography, ARDMS OB/GYN certification within 1 year, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Required CAHEA approved formal training in diagnostic medical sonography.
• ARDMS OB/GYN certification within 1 year and BLS from American Heart Association upon hire.
• Proficient communication, computer use, equipment maintenance and safe, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician orders and uses radiology systems (Epic/Viewpoint) to facilitate care.
• Explains procedures to patients, collects history, educates and addresses questions.
• Performs transabdominal and transvaginal scans for detailed fetal anatomy and Doppler studies.
• Operates imaging equipment independently according to protocol and ensures diagnostic image quality.
• Maintains quality control and adapts interactions for diverse patient populations.
• Supports departmental operations (inventory, scheduling, equipment maintenance).
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Computers & software proficiency

Equipment maintenance

Flexible schedule

Ultrasound imaging proficiency

Education

CAHEA approved diagnostic medical sonography program

Tools

EPIC

Viewpoint

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks a highly skilled diagnostic imaging professional specializing in advanced obstetric ultrasound. Under the supervision of a Maternal–Fetal Medicine physician, you will perform detailed fetal anatomy surveys, Doppler studies, and high‑risk assessments to support complex maternal and fetal care.

The role requires CAHEA‑approved training in diagnostic medical sonography, ARDMS OB/GYN certification within 1 year, and BLS.