MFM Sonographer

Advantia Health; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401k Retirement Plan

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Sonographer for their Beltsville office. The ideal candidate should possess excellent patient service and communication skills, as well as technical abilities. Responsibilities include creating preliminary reports, reviewing studies with physicians, and assisting with procedures like amniocentesis. Candidates should have a high school diploma, graduation from an accredited sonography program, and relevant certifications. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited ultrasonography program is required.
• ARDMS certification in OB/GYN is necessary or eligible.
• Fetal echo certification or eligibility within 12 months is required.
• CPR certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Creates a preliminary report for physician review.
• Reviews studies with physicians and assists with procedures.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and inventory of supplies.
• Follows laboratory protocols for obtaining ultrasound images.

Skills

Patient service skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical skills

Sound judgment

Decision-making skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited sonography program

ARDMS OB/GYN certification

Fetal echo certification or eligibility

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Advantia’s Maternal Fetal Medicine Department is seeking a full-time Sonographer to out of our Beltsville office. To be successful as a sonographer, you should have excellent patient service and communication skills, as well as a MFM Sonographer you must have a keen eyesight and attention to detail and have technical skills, as well as sound judgment and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Creates a preliminary report for physician review/signature.
• Reviews studies with physicians.
• Assists physician with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
• Codes appropriate for services performed.
• Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Maintains laundry for examination rooms.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
• Follows the accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent.
• ARDMS OB/GYN certified or eligible
• Fetal echo certification or eligible to obtain with 12 months of hire. Fetal echo experience preferred or will be provided. Participates in staff development, in-service workshops, and educational activities. Participates in professional development activities and meetings.
• Completion of a program containing OB/GYN ultrasonography.
• CPR certification required.
• Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job- training in ultrasonography, or completion of an approved ultrasonography educational program.
• Maintain or be eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS).
• Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.

Benefits & Compensation

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) Option
• 401k Retirement Plan + company provided match after 1 year of employment
• Life and Disability Insurances
• Paid holidays & PTO
• Compensation Range: $55.00-$60.00/hr

Please note compensation is based on years of experience.

Please note: Advantia Health is dedicated to providing unparalleled healthcare to our customers by employing the most highly qualified individuals. If you are selected for further consideration, you will be subject to a background investigation. COVID-19 and Flu vaccination or an approved request for accommodation is required as a condition of employment.

Advantia Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to global diversity: It is a place where good people want to work, and customers want to continue to engage EOE M/F/D/V.