PRN Float Ultra sonographer OBGYN MFM

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Comprehensive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is seeking a PRN Float Ultra Sonographer. This role is responsible for performing all ultrasound examinations and may float between divisions and sites.

A qualified candidate should have a H.S. Diploma/GED, be a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, and possess Basic Cardiac Life Support certification. The position requires 3+ years of experience in the imaging specialty field, with flexibility in scheduling to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification required.
• 3+ years of experience in the imaging specialty field.

Responsibilities

• Operate Ultrasound units.
• Prepare ultrasound rooms and maintain cleanliness.
• Perform, coordinate, and supervise selected patient testing services.
• Educate patients and healthcare providers on procedures.

Skills

Operating ultrasound units

Preparing ultrasound rooms

Patient education and support

Coordinate patient testing services

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography School

H.S. Diploma/GED

Tools

Ultrasound units

Patient testing equipment

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Department

OBGYN MFM is now hiring a PRN Float Ultra Sonographer.

Location

CPUP MFM Locations Philadelphia/NJ.

Summary

• A senior sonographer with greater than 36 months of experience in the imaging specialty field employed. The Float Ultra sonographer is responsible for performing all ultrasound examinations and may float within their department between divisions and sites.
• The primary purpose of this position is to perform, coordinate, and supervise patient testing services. The Float Ultra sonographer may have departmental duties in addition to scanning patients and performing procedures such as maintaining equipment, patient lists, supplies/inventory, chart prep, regulatory compliance, educational responsibilities, or other responsibilities delegated by leadership.
• Additionally, the Float Ultra sonographer should remain flexible in schedule and work to suit the operational staffing needs of the department.
• They should be trained to support at least two sites or modalities and willing to float as needed between locations, imaging modalities, or imaging specialties. Their schedules may rotate and days may not be set.

Responsibilities

• Operate Ultrasound units.
• Prepare ultrasound rooms and maintain cleanliness.
• Interview and screen patients prior to the examination and explain procedures to the patient.
• Perform, coordinate, and supervise selected patient testing services.
• Ensure all equipment, supplies, and records are available for patient care at the satellites.
• Educate and support patients and their families through telephone consultation, office visits, and hospital visits.
• Educate and instruct other health care providers and patients (and their families) in the use of specialized equipment, new procedures, and new concepts.
• Assure maximum quality of care, design, and implement effective antenatal testing systems.
• Assure maintenance of patient testing records and unit equipment.
• Assist in research projects as requested by the Division.
• Communicate equipment problems and image quality issues.

Credentials

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Graduate of an Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography School. Equivalent Experience: 3+ years Experience in the imaging specialty field in practice (MFM, REI, OBGYN, General Radiology, Vascular, Neuro, MSK, cardiology, etc.).

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes a prepaid tuition assistance program and more. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.