Medical Sonographer - Pembroke Pines, FL, United States - Memorial Healthcare System

Description

Employees in Imaging Services at #teamMHSflorida enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture. Patient safety, quality and outstanding customer service are valued above all else.

This office Sonographer performs diagnostic maternal fetal medicine sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and decision making.

Selects appropriate imaging parameters, modes and techniques to identify, investigate, evaluate and document pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data.

Assists MFM physician with ultrasound guided procedures and the collection of specimen for analysis and routing to the designated laboratory for analysis.

Demonstrates knowledge of the healthcare system s and MFM division's electronic medical records and ultrasound reporting system.

Implements safety standards with low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

Performs routine and advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures at an advanced specialist skill level.

Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate.

Actively participates with team in designing and implementation of policies and procedures.

Prepares office and ultrasound equipment and supplies; and coordinates office and ultrasound equipment and reporting system service, maintenance, and upgrades for quality assurance.

ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, IMAGE PRODUCTION, ANALYSIS AND ARCHIVAL, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE, PATIENT POSITIONING AND PROCEDURES, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Ultrasound Technologist (Required)American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

Complexity of Work:
Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 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 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:
One (1) year of OBGYN sonography experience required. Experience in a Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) practice preferred.


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.

Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
~ Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
~ Hazardous Chemicals = 40%
~ Computer Monitor = 80%
~ Domestic Animals = 60%
~ Fire Risk = 20%
~ Magnetic Fields = 0%
~ Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%

~ Shift:

We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.

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We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
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