What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer - Maternal & Fetal position at Novant Health Careers?
Job Summary
Novant Health Maternal & Fetal looking for a Sonographer. The Sonographer work in concert with Maternal-Fetal physicians to obtain high quality images and provide exceptional patient care.
Ensure proper patient identification. Obtain appropriate consent(s) prior to procedure(s). Documents patient's prenatal history, medications, and allergies. Performs necessary documentation in the patient's chart during and upon completion of ultrasound. Maintain procedure log if indicated
We Offer
Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
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Novant Health Maternal & Fetal looking for a Sonographer. The Sonographer work in concert with Maternal-Fetal physicians to obtain high quality images and provide exceptional patient care.
Ensure proper patient identification. Obtain appropriate consent(s) prior to procedure(s). Documents patient's prenatal history, medications, and allergies. Performs necessary documentation in the patient's chart during and upon completion of ultrasound. Maintain procedure log if indicated
We Offer
- Competitive benefits package
- Career advancement opportunities
- Clinical and non-clinical positions available
- Tuition reimbursement
- We are an Approved Public Student Loan Forgiveness organization!
Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
- Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
- The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
- All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".
- Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. Must be a graduate of an AMA approved ultrasound technology program, ARDMS certified
- Experience: One year OB experience preferred.
- Licensure/Certification: RDMS, OB, required. NT Certification, preferred.
- Additional Skills (required):
- Must be NT certified within first year of employment
- Must have current BLS certification upon hire and maintain throughout employment as required by department
- Must maintain ARDMS certification
- Excellent communication skills required
- Working knowledge of various ultrasound devices
- Must have ability to independently obtain high quality images needed to assist MFM physician with diagnosis
- Perform high-level sterilization according to Clinical Compliance standards following each exam
- Ability to successfully complete departmental and organizational skills validation and competencies as required
- Additional Skills (preferred):
- Able to perform independently to obtain high quality images and advanced Doppler techniques
- Able to assist MFM physician with complex procedures
- Ability to put patient at ease during ultrasound(s) and procedure(s)
- Reconciles patient's medical and prenatal history, current medications, medication allergies etc.
- Demonstrate willingness to be flexible as needed to accomplish departmental needs and goals
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