Technologist - Ultrasound Maternal Fetal Medicine

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System seeks an experienced ultrasound technologist specializing in OBGYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine. The role requires performing and interpreting complex obstetric ultrasound exams, including Doppler assessments, with opportunities for 3D imaging.

Candidates should have ARDMS (RCDS), NT certification, and BLS, with preference for MFM practice. Travel between Florida clinics may be required, and ongoing CME is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of OBGYN sonography experience.
• Preference for Maternal Fetal Medicine practice.
• Maintains credentialed exams and certifications within one year of hire.
• Certifications: BLS, ARDMS (RCDS), OBGYN, NT within one year.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions and determine exam requirements.
• Perform and interpret OBGYN/MFM ultrasounds including Doppler.
• Discuss findings with medical staff for clarification as needed.
• Travel between clinic sites to provide coverage.
• Assist with guidance in diagnostic procedures (CVS, amniocentesis, PUBS).

Skills

OBGYN sonography

Doppler imaging

Travel between sites

Communication skills

Fetal assessment

Education

ARDMS (RCDS)

NT Certification

BLS Certification

OBGYN Certification

Tools

3D imaging

Invasive procedure guidance

Job description

Complexity of Work:

Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a high volume, complex environment and take next best steps as applicable. Reviews patients requisition, indication(s), and understands the type of exam required. Must have the discernment to discuss with medical staff and/or MFM physician(s) regarding clarification when necessary. Requires understanding of fetal anatomy (1st, 2nd, and 3rd), abnormalities and take an investigative approach to MFM ultrasounds. Must have basic understanding and be able to perform of Dopplers (umbical artery, middle cerebral artery, and ductus venosus); and know indications of each. Must be able to evaluate multiple gestations, chorionicity and amnionicity. Must be able to perform diagnotic transvaginal ultrasound. Ideally, experience with performing and interpreting 3D imaging. Must be able to perform guidance and assistance in diagnostic procedures such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS), amniocentesis, and percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (PUBS). Must have an interest in continued medical education and actively stay up to date on ultrasound techniques. Must be able to travel between the different clinic sites (reliable transportation). May be required to work variable shifts or provide weekend coverage.

Required Work Experience:

A minimum of one (1) year of OBGYN sonography experience required. Experience in a Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) practice preferred.

Other Information:

Maintains three or more of the following registries and routinely performs the credentialed exams. All required certifications must be obtained within one year of hire/position.

• Required: BLS, American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS)(RCDS), Certification in OBGYN, and Nuchal Translucency (NT) Certification.
• Preferred: Nasal Bone (NB) Certification, Cervical Length Education and Review (CLEAR) certification, American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine (AIUM), and Fetal Echo Certification.

Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or possess a foreign diploma recognized by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

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