Maternal Fetal Ultrasound Tech II - UNC Hospitals OB Ultrasound

UNC Health; United States; On-site; USD 45,970 - 66,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Full-time hours

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to operate diagnostic equipment and perform maternal-fetal ultrasound procedures. Responsibilities include assisting radiologists, evaluating patients, and performing specialized diagnostic examinations. Candidates should have completed a relevant program and hold required certifications, with a minimum of three years of experience in complex scans. This full-time position is based in Chapel Hill, NC, offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• ARDMS Registered in OB and OB GYN and Fetal Echocardiography required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider needed.
• Minimum of three years' experience performing complex ob/gyn or vascular scans.

Responsibilities

• Assist the radiologist in performing invasive diagnostic techniques.
• Consult with patients and evaluate any contra-indications.
• Perform essential maternal-fetal ultrasound examinations.
• Conduct ultrasonic diagnostic procedures and record findings.
• Assist with invasive procedures as required.

Skills

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Patient Evaluation

Communication Skills

Ultrasound Procedures

Education

Completion of a twelve-month program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Job description

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Summary

Responsible for the independent operation of diagnostic medical equipment to expose complex diagnostic conditions, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations for a variety of ob/gyn scanning procedures (fetal echo, fetal anomalies, high risk obsetrics).

Responsibilities

• Assists the radiologist in performing invasive diagnostic techniques specialized to maternal fetal ultrasound processes. Provides standardization and training to residents regarding these exams.
• Consults with patient and evaluates any contra‑indications, such as medications, insufficient patient preparation or the patient’s inability, or unwillingness to tolerate the procedure.
• Performs the ultrasound procedure under general or direct supervision, as defined by the procedure and/or physician. Performs essential maternal‑fetal ultrasound examinations, such as detailed anatomical evaluation, complete fetal echocardiogram, growth assessment, fetal wellbeing (to include biophysical profiles, maternal/fetal Doppler, amniotic fluid assessments), needle procedure guidance, examinations of maternal pelvic anatomy (including transvaginal cervical assessment) and advanced diagnostic 3D/4D techniques.
• Conducts ultrasonic diagnostic procedures and records anatomical, pathological and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
• Assists the supervising physician with invasive procedures as required. Analyzes sonography findings throughout the course of the examination so that a comprehensive exam is completed and sufficient data is provided to the physician.
• Recognizes situations or abnormalities that require the direct observation of the real‑time scan by the radiologist.
• Images structures while simultaneously obtaining Doppler signal and recording images and Doppler shift recordings along with patient information for interpretation by a radiologist.
• Advises radiologist and/or referring OB provider of results of the examination and provides preliminary information regarding diagnostic evaluation of the maternal‑fetal scans.

Education Requirements

• Completion of a twelve (12) month program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography / General Ultrasound or equivalent certificate program is required.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Must be American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered in OB and OB GYN and Fetal Echocardiography (FE).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification

Professional Experience Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience performing complex ob/gyn or vascular scans.

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: UNC Hospitals OB Ultrasound

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $33.37 - $47.97 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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