Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer II-Full Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health System; United States; Presencial; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer for the Perinatology department in Fayetteville, NC. You will perform diagnostic ultrasound exams including ob-gyn, fetal head/hips, vascular, and interventional procedures, communicating findings to the Perinatologist and ensuring patient safety.

The role requires ARDMS RDMS certification with Level II in two areas, Nuchal Translucency or Fetal Echocardiogram certification, and an AMA-approved Sonography program,

Formación

• Education and formal training as listed above.
• ARDMS RDMS certification is required.
• Nuchal Translucency or Fetal Echocardiogram certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations including ob-gyn, fetal, vascular, and other indicated studies.
• Assess and document findings, communicate results to Perinatologist.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures.
• Maintain equipment and department operations.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate patient care

Developmental knowledge

Educación

AMA approved Sonography program

ARDMS RDMS certification

Nuchal Translucency OR Fetal Echocardiogram certification

ARDMS Level II in 2 areas

CPR certification (AHA)

Herramientas

Ultrasound equipment operation

Descripción del empleo

Facility Cape Fear Valley Perinatology Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department CFV Perinatology Job Family Allied Health Work Shift Days (United States of America)

Summary

The Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer is fully competent to perform all diagnostic procedures for the diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions.

Major Job Functions

• Competence in the technical operations of all equipment
• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures.
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Perinatologist.
• Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.
• Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs.
• Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area and maintains adequate supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Formal Training:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program required
  • ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required and Nuchal Translucency Certification OR Fetal Echocardiogram Certification required
  • Level II sonographer must hold ARDMS certification in 2 areas, required
  • Current AHA CPR certification required
• Work Experience: 2 years of experience required
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
  • Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
  • Technical skills and expertise in performing diagnostic and vascular sonography
  • Positive interpersonal skills
  • Verbal and written skills
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Knowledge of growth and development and understands range of treatment needed for all age groups
  • Ability to provide care based on the patient’s developmental needs
  • Effective patient care and interacts effectively with patients of all ages

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate orally
• Dexterity and visual acuity
• Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to bend lift up to 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 pounds
• Position may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

About Cape Fear Valley Health

For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process.

At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch.

Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time.

Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually.

A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians.

Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond.

Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.