Sonographer Maternal Fetal Medicine Casual Days

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a part-time Sonographer for Maternal Fetal Medicine to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures and provide patient education. Responsibilities include imaging, documentation, and ensuring quality care while maintaining equipment and supplies in a busy NM imaging suite.

The role requires ARDMS certification and at least two years in MFM practice, with strong preference for OB/GYN ARDMS credentials and related certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have ARDMS certification for obstetrics and gynecology preferred.
• Minimum two years’ experience as a Sonographer in a Maternal Fetal Medicine practice.
• Diploma or certificate from an accredited medical sonography program required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to standards and department policies.
• Demonstrate independent judgement in two-dimensional recordings of fetal structures.
• Document imaging procedures and ensure correct charging and filing.
• Monitor supplies and maintain a clean, orderly imaging area.

Skills

MFM experience

ARDMS OB/GYN preferred

Two+ years Sonography

Technical competence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited medical sonography program certificate

Associate or Bachelor Degree (preferred)

Job description

Sonographer Maternal Fetal Medicine Casual Days

• Part-time
• Salary Range Minimum : $43.81
• Salary Range Maximum: $59.15
• Compensation: USD 43.81 - USD 59.15 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Please note, we are seeking candidates with both MFM and OBGYN clinical experience. Strong preference forARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology.

The Sonographer, Maternal Fetal Medicine reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to industry standards, along with department policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates independent judgement in performing two dimensional ultrasonic recordings of female reproductive anatomy and fetal structures.
• Evaluates the request for diagnostic ultrasound services and assesses the patient to determine the appropriate procedure protocol and methods of application.
• Utilize equipment and accessories, employ techniques and procedures, perform services in accordance with an accepted standard of practice to generate ultrasound images and demonstrates expertise in limiting the exposure to the patient.
• Provides patient education in the form of written material and/or verbal explanation prior to, during and subsequent to the procedure in order to reduce the patient's anxiety and enhance his/her comfort zone with respect to tolerance of the procedure.
• The Sonographer acts as an agent through observation and communication to obtain pertinent information for the physician to aid the diagnosis and treatment management of the patient.
• Documents imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to insure correct charging, and patient and film file tracking.
• Sends acquired images to PACS system correctly using the appropriate accession numbers for future retrieval by medical staff.
• Monitors stock of supplies in imagining rooms to assure their regular availability by timely reordering, rotation of dated items, and by maintenance of a clean and orderly environment.
• Reports incidences of equipment failure, irregularities in equipment performance, and equipment in disrepair to supervisor as soon as possible.

Required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification.
• Diploma or certificate of completion from an accredited medical sonography program.
• Two or more years’ experience as a Sonographer in a Maternal Fetal Medicine practice
• Technical competency in relevant specialty.
• ARDMS certification mandatory. Certification from the Fetal Medicine Foundation in the following areas: Nuchal Translucency, Nasal Bone, Tricuspid Flow and Ductus Venosus within the first six months of employment. Maintain continued development of education, training and experience consistent with AIUM site certification. REG ARDMS

Preferred

• Associate or Bachelor Degree.
• Three or more years’ experience.
• Additional certification relevant to specialty area, including Fetal Echo (FE) certified
• Strong preference forARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed:Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.