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Stormont Vail Health

Ultrasonographer - Maternal Fetal Medicine - FT - Day

Stormont Vail Health, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66652

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Ultrasonographer - Maternal Fetal Medicine - FT - Day

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First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America) Hours Per Week

40 Position Status

Full time

Shift

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40

Job Information

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview

Produces 2D, 3D, 4D ultrasonic recordings of fetal organs for use by physicians. Increasing demand for our services creates this immediate opportunity for an extremely competent Sonographer to apply non-ionizing high frequency ultrasonic waves for prenatal diagnosis. Ultrasound examinations include a variety of conditions ranging from routine OB/GYN to high risk obstetrical scans to include but not limited to, nuchal translucency, fetal anatomy survey, Doppler studies, biophysical profile, fetal echocardiograms and endovaginal scans. Experience also includes ability to perform guidance for amniocentesis, chronic villus sampling, and other procedures commonly performed in a MFM program. This person must be able to work independently and as a part of a team as well have knowledge of high risk conditions. The sonographer is responsible for daily operations of the sonographic program, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA).

Education Qualifications

Completion of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program through an accredited organization or on the job training in ultrasound that led to registry. Required

Experience Qualifications

Customer service experience. Preferred Experience in a hospital or clinical setting. Preferred Fetal cardiac experience. Preferred Fetal echocardiography experience. Preferred Ultrasound experience with Maternal Fetal Medicine or OB. Preferred

Skills And Abilities

Must demonstrate excellent technical skills in multiple ultrasound exams. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of sterile techniques for invasive procedures. (Required proficiency) Experience utilizing imaging equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - ARDMS ARRT-Sonography or CCI-Sonography are also accepted dependent upon department. Required Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire. Registered Obstetrics and Gynecology Sonographer - ARDMS Required Nuchal Translucency Qualty Review (NTQR) - Nasal Bone Imaging - PQF Fetal Nuchal Translucency or Nasal Bone Certification through the Fetal Medicine Foundation within one year of hire Preferred Nuchal Translucency Qualty Review (NTQR) - PQF Fetal Nuchal Translucency or Nasal Bone Certification through the Fetal Medicine Foundation within one year of hire Preferred

What you will do

Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination/protocol. Starts equipment, which produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, or strip printout. Explains process to patient, and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination. Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. Records images of organs shown on display module, or removes strip printout from equipment, to obtain permanent record of internal examination. Disinfects equipment and area. Participates in training of Washburn University students as directed. Demonstrates knowledge of and performs proper high-level disinfection processes for probe care. (If applicable) Selects and adds correct associated examination charges as needed.

Travel Requirements

20% Travel to satellite locations as necessary.

Required for All Jobs

Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

On-Site; No Remote

Scope

No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour Lifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Physical Demand Comments

The vision requirements include depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

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