Perinatal Sonographer
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![]() United States, Connecticut, New London | |
![]() 365 Montauk Avenue (Show on map) | |
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Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Performs maternal-fetal medicine high-risk obstetric ultrasounds working with on-site perinatologists to include: First trimester ultrasounds, with and without transvaginal ultrasounds. Detailed anatomy level one & level two ultrasounds in the second and third trimester. Fetal Echocardiography. Nuchal Translucency/Nasal Bone. Maternal and fetal Doppler studies. BPP 3D ultrasounds Ultrasounds on patients with high BMI in pregnancy scanning multiples Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions, fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources, and quality patient outcomes. Produces high-quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies. Accountable for the ethical, legal, professional, and certification responsibilities related to the practice. This includes maintaining the confidentiality of all work information. Assures the efficient operation of the workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure non-interruption of services. Independently performs procedures in accordance with department/facility policies and guidelines. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities
Qualifications EDUCATION Associates of Science (Required). Completion of an accredited program in Medical Ultrasound. Prior experience specifically in perinatal imaging preferred. Bachelor's Cardiovascular preferred. EXPERIENCE Has two or more years' work experience performing Maternal Fetal Medicine ultrasound. (having the ARDMS in OB-GYN). Has two or greater years' experience in Fetal Echocardiogram and is registered in Fetal Echocardiography (FE) Specialty under either the RDMS or RDCS credentials through ARDMS. Maintain all skills with certification on an ongoing basis. LICENSURE RDMS (OB) required within six months of hire. Nuchal Translucency required within six months of hire. Valid and active ARDMS or RDCS, Basic Cardiac Life Support. American Heart Association required. Associates degree or preferred bachelors with Has two or greater years' work experience performing Maternal Fetal Medicine ultrasound. (having the ARDMS in OB-GYN). Has two or greater years' experience in Fetal Echocardiogram and is registered in Fetal Echocardiography (FE) Specialty under either the RDMS or RDCS credentials through ARDMS. PHYSICAL DEMAND Travel as needed to other MFM locations per staffing needs. YNHHS Requisition ID 144545 |