Certified FE Sonographer

Overview

 

 

 

We invite you to join the Pediatrix family and help shape the future of health care!

Responsibilities

• Escorts patient and family to and from examination room.
• Explains exam to patient and family prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Acquires anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
• Maintains patient charts and records, and records/processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
• Creates a preliminary report for physician review/signature.
• Reviews studies with physicians.
• Assists physician with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
• Codes appropriate for services performed.
• Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Maintains laundry for examination rooms.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
• Follows the accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where applicable.
• Follows and complies with universal precautions and OSHA standards.
• Follows and complies with safety and security training.
• Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
• Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience as an ultrasound technician working in OB/GYN and/or MFM setting preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent.
• ARDMS OB/GYN certified or eligible
• Fetal echo certification or eligible to obtain with 12 months of hire. Fetal echo experience preferred or will be provided. Participates in staff development, in-service workshops, and educational activities. Participates in professional development activities and meetings.
• Completion of a program containing OB/GYN ultrasonography.
• CPR certification required.
• Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job- training in ultrasonography, or completion of an approved ultrasonography educational program.
• Maintain or be eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS).
• Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.

Benefits and Compensation

Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:

 

• Health Insurance including prescription drugs
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term disability options
• Employee stock purchase program – 15% discount*
• 401k with company match**
• Long Term Care (LTC)
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness and Accident plans
• Identity Protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit.

** Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees age 21 and over.

About Us

 

Pediatrix® Medical Group, Inc. (Pediatrix) is the nation’s leading provider of physician services. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. Specialties include obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine and neonatology complemented by more than 20 pediatric subspecialties, as well as pediatric primary and urgent care clinics. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. The physician-led company was founded in 1979 as a single neonatology practice and today provides its highly specialized and often critical care services through more than 5,000 affiliated physicians and other clinicians in 37 states. 

 

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