OB Ultrasound Technician

MERCY HEALTH SERVICES INC; Lewisburg (TN); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Mercy Community Healthcare in Lewisburg, TN is seeking an OB Ultrasound Technician to perform prenatal, obstetric, and gynecologic ultrasound examinations. You will obtain high-quality diagnostic images and document measurements for physician interpretation, supporting care for pregnant patients.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited sonography program, possess ARDMS certification, and current BLS.

Qualificações

• Completion of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program.
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred.
• ARDMS certification; RDMS/OB-GYN preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Clinical experience in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fetal and maternal anatomy, ultrasound physics, and OB/GYN imaging protocols.
• Excellent communication, organization, and patient-care skills.

Responsabilidades

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Obtain fetal, maternal, and pelvic images and measurements for physician interpretation.
• Perform transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound examinations when indicated and within scope of practice.
• Accurately document examinations and patient information in the EMR and imaging systems; maintain equipment.
• Explain procedures clearly to patients and provide compassionate support throughout the examination.
• Follow infection-control, safety, HIPAA, and department policies; work with OB/GYN care team.

Conhecimentos

ARDMS certification

BLS certification

OB/GYN ultrasound experience

Fetal anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Formação

Accredited diagnostic medical sonography program

Ferramentas

ARDMS certification

Descrição da vaga

Job Details: Job Location: Lewisburg, TN 37091, Mercy Community Healthcare has an opening for an OB Ultrasound Technician in Lewisburg, TN. We are looking for enthusiastic people with a passion for making a difference in the lives of those we serve in our community. The ultrasound technician will perform pre-natal, obstetric, and gynecologic ultrasound examinations. The technician will obtain high-quality diagnostic images, accurately document measurements and findings, and work closely with physicians to support the care of pregnant patients.

Mercy's Mission

The mission of Mercy Community Healthcare is to reflect the love and compassion of Jesus Christ by providing excellent healthcare to ALL and support to their families. We provide care to the uninsured, underinsured and insured through pediatric and adult primary care, mental and behavioral health services, and care coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Perform first-trimester, second-trimester, and third-trimester obstetric ultrasound examinations.
• Obtain fetal, maternal, and pelvic images and measurements for physician interpretation.
• Perform fetal biometry, including measurement such as BPD, HC, AC, and FL as appropriate.
• Assess fetal presentation, placental location, amniotic fluid, fetal heart rate, and other required parameters.
• Perform transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound examinations when indicated and within scope of practice.
• Assist with specialized examinations such as anatomy scans, growth assessments, cervical length, and biophysical profiles as applicable.
• Perform gynecologic imaging, including evaluation of the uterus, endometrium, ovaries, adnexa and pelvis.
• Explain procedures clearly to patients and provide compassionate support throughout the examination.
• Recognize and appropriately document abnormal or concerning findings and promptly communicate them according to established protocols.
• Accurately document examinations and patient information in the EMR and imaging systems.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment and report technical problems promptly.
• Follow infection-control, safety, HIPAA, and department policies.
• Work collaboratively with members of the OB/GYN care team.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program.
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred.
• ARDMS certification; RDMS/OB-GYN preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Clinical experience in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fetal and maternal anatomy, ultrasound physics, and OB/GYN imaging protocols.
• Excellent communication, organization, and patient-care skills.