Per Diem Sonographer (MFM Office)

Pediatrix; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Pediatrix & Obstetrix is seeking a Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer to join our Laguna Hills clinic. The role focuses on detailed fetal imaging, documentation, and collaboration with perinatologists to support high-risk pregnancies.

Responsibilities include performing detailed fetal surveys, assisting with procedures, and documenting findings for physician interpretation. Per-diem schedule and California compliance are emphasized in this team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent
• Maintain or be eligible for ARDMS certification
• ARDMS OB/GYN or Fetal Echo (FE) cert or eligible within 12 months of hire
• Evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements
• NT experience or certification preferred
• CPR certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed fetal anatomical surveys, including twins and triplets
• Assists physicians with amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling
• Document exam findings, measurements, images and procedural details
• Record patient history and indications per protocols
• Generate preliminary and final reports for physician review
• Review studies with interpreting physicians to communicate findings
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and accreditation requirements
• Rotate to other locations to cover absences

Job description

Overview

Pediatrix & Obstetrix has an exciting opportunity for a Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer to join our team at one of our MFM clinics in Laguna Hills, CA. At Pediatrix, we are passionate about giving high-risk expectant mothers and their babies the care they deserve.

Responsibilities

The diagnostic medical Sonographer provides diagnostic ultrasound for patients in the Maternal Fetal Medicine setting. The diagnostic medical Sonographer works independently and with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to pregnant women.They work closely with perinatologists, providing preliminary reports and assisting with procedures.Provide a brief description of the job’s primary purpose and responsibility within the organization.

• Perform detailed fetal anatomical surveys, including twins and triplets. Acquires anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
• Assists physicians with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
• Accurately documents exam findings, measurements, images, and procedural details in the ultrasound reporting and image archiving systems.
• Records patient history, indications, and pertinent observations in accordance with departmental protocols and regulatory standards.
• Generates clear, comprehensive preliminary reports for interpreting physician review, and final signature.
• Reviews completed studies with interpreting physicians to communicate findings, address questions, and support diagnostic accuracy.
• Ensures documentation is complete, timely, and compliant with organizational policies, accreditation requirements, and patient safety standards
• Selects and assigns appropriate exam types, procedures, and indication (diagnosis) codes based on services performed, clinical documentation, and provider orders to support accurate reporting, interpretation, and billing.
• Escorts patients and accompanying family members to and from the examination room in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepares patients for ultrasound examinations by verifying identity, reviewing relevant history, and ensuring comfort and privacy.
• Explainscomplex procedures and examinations to patients and family.
• Provides reassurance and clear communication throughout the exam to support patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction
• Ensures the appropriate consent and/or declinations are obtained.
• Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Maintains laundry for examination rooms.
• Responsible for maintainingadequateinventory of ultrasound supplies
• Follows the accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where applicable.
• Follows and complies with universal precautions and OSHA standards. Follows and complies with safety and security training.
• Rotatesto other locationsas needed to cover Sonographer absences.
• Performs related and other assigned duties asassigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Satisfactory completion of one of the following; graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent, at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job- training in ultrasonography, or graduate from an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent
• Maintain or be eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS).
• ARDMS OB/GYN or Fetal Echo (FE) certified or eligible to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.
• NT experience or certification preferred.
• CPR certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum six months experience as an ultrasound technician working in OB/GYN and/or MFM setting preferred.

Experience Industry: Maternal Fetal Medicine Healthcare

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to recognize ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in providing care and acts in a non-directive, non-judgemental manner, recognizing an individuals religious, ethical, and moral opinions/beliefs.

Benefits and Compensation

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

Pay Range (Base Pay):$44.52- $71.25 per hour

Starting Pay Range (Base Pay): $44.52- $68.00 per hour

Per-diem is defined as team members who are scheduled as needed and not on a consistent basis.

Health Insurance:Pediatrix does not offer health insurance forteam members in a Per Diem role.

OtherBenefits:Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement Benefits:Pediatrix does not offer retirement benefits for team members in a Per Diem role.

Paid Time Off:Pediatrix does not offerpaid time off for team members in a Per Diem role.

Paid Sick Leave:

Eligibleper-diemteam memberswillaccrue one hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked in California. Team members begin to accrue sick leave upon hire. However, they cannot use accrued sick leave until their 90thday of employment.Eligible team members continue to accrue paid sick leave as they work up to the maximum accrual cap of 80 hours or 10 days of paid sick leave. This means a team member would stop accruing paid sick leave when their paid sick leave bank reaches 80 hours or 10 days. If a team member used paid sick leave and dropped below 80 hours or ten days, the team member would begin accruing paid sick leave again. Accrued paid sick leave will carry over from year to year but is limited to the 80-hour/ten-daycap.

NOTE:The Company will notpay team members for unused sick leave upon termination of employment.

About Us

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.