Sonographer - OB/GYN, Per Diem/Locum

GW Redesign; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Washington, DC is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound examinations. The role involves operating ultrasound equipment, generating reports, submitting billing, and educating students as assigned. Candidates must have a degree in diagnostic medical sonography, ARDMS certification in OB/GYN, and preferably two years of experience. The position is offered on a PRN basis and is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to patient care within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• Certification with Fetal Medicine Foundation for nuchal translucency required.
• Active certification by ARDMS in OB/GYN.

Responsibilities

• Perform gynecologic ultrasound examinations and procedures.
• Execute obstetric ultrasound procedures including fetal assessments.
• Generate reports on examinations and insures they are sent to referring physicians.
• Submit billing with appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Demonstrate techniques and procedures to students and residents.

Skills

Ultrasound operation

Patient positioning

Report generation

Billing submission

Education

Bachelor of Science or Health-Related degree

Job description

Perform high quality obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound examinations and procedures. Become well trained in the use and daily maintenance of the ultrasound imaging and recording system used in the department.

This position is a PRN position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• For gynecologic ultrasound examinations and procedures: Sets up ultrasound and procedure equipment; positions patient appropriately; operates ultrasound with or without physician guidance when appropriate (including but not limited to SIS)
• For obstetric ultrasound examinations and procedures: Sets up ultrasound and procedure equipment; positions patient appropriately; operates ultrasound with or without physician guidance when appropriate (including but not limited to, amniotic fluid assessment, fetal viability, limited – detailed – and complete obstetric ultrasound, biometry and fetal wellbeing assessments, fetal Doppler studies, fetal echocardiograms, CVS, amniocentesis, first trimester screening). Processes and labels sample for laboratory submission.
• Generates reports on examinations and procedures and insures that they are sent to the referring physician.
• Submits billing for patients with appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Demonstrates techniques and procedures to students and residents as assigned through the Department of OB/GYN.

Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Bachelor of Science degree or Health-Related degree desirable

Certification with Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF) to perform first trimester nuchal translucency for risk assessment within one year of hire.

Maintenance of required CME credits for registration with ARDMS is necessary.

Experience

• Active certification by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in OB/GYN.
• Minimum of two years of experience as an ultrasound technologist is necessary

Maternal fetal medicine experience preferred.

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