Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Ultrasound Tech (Maternal Fetal Medicine) - Plainsboro, NJ - Per Diem (Day Shift
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, Plainsboro, New Jersey, United States
Ultrasound Tech (Maternal Fetal Medicine) - Plainsboro, NJ - Per Diem (Day Shift)
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Ultrasound Tech (Maternal Fetal Medicine) - Plainsboro, NJ - Per Diem (Day Shift)
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Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System .
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Why Join Our Team? We are committed to providing the highest level of obstetric care, prenatal consultations and ultrasound services, medical education and training, and advancing the care of women before, during and after pregnancy through outstanding clinical care and groundbreaking clinical and translational research.
The Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) division provides diagnostic and consultative services focused on high-risk obstetrics.
Scheduling Requirements
Required to work a minimum of 2 nine‑hour shifts per 4‑week schedule, 7:30 AM‑5 PM.
Additionally, 2 “difficult to staff” days per year are required.
The department is open Monday‑Friday, closed on weekends and all major (hospital recognized) holidays.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Perform Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound Examinations
Perform targeted ultrasounds in the first, second, and third trimesters of pregnancy for high‑risk conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, genetic syndromes, multiple gestations) and GYN studies
Perform Nuchal Translucency (NT) and first‑trimester screening ultrasounds in compliance with AIUM (American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine) accreditation standards
Perform Biophysical Profiles (BPP) and Fetal Doppler studies (umbilical artery, middle cerebral artery, ductus venosus, etc.)
Measure cervical length and assess uterine or placental abnormalities
Assist the Perinatologist during invasive procedures for ultrasound needle guidance: Amniocentesis, Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS), Fetal Reduction
Image Analysis and Interpretation Support: Acquire high‑quality, diagnostic images that allow accurate interpretation by the Perinatologist
Recognize and document abnormal findings for Physician review
Correlate ultrasound findings with clinical history, laboratory data, and previous imaging
Documentation and Reporting: Record findings accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) and ultrasound reporting system (AS‑OBGYN)
Ensure all measurements, observations, and images meet ACOG, AIUM, or SMFM standards
Communicate urgent or unexpected findings promptly to the Provider
Quality Control and Continuing Education: Maintain equipment calibration, decontamination protocols, and ensure image quality; participate in quality assurance programs within MFM and the hospital; stay current with advancements in ultrasound technology and MFM protocols through continuing education
What We Require for this Role Education
Graduate of a CAAHEP approved Ultrasound School required.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Related Work Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine for High Risk Pregnancies preferred.
Licensure, Certification or Registration Requirement
Current RDMS in OB/GYN – Active Status required.
Current certification with ARMS in OB/GYN required.
Current certification in Nuchal Translucency and Cervical Length Assessment required.
Cervical length assessment certification must be obtained within a year of employment.
Salary Range $45.12 – $65.56 per Hour.
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
Benefits Click here for information on UPHS’s Benefits.
Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Ultrasound Tech (Maternal Fetal Medicine) - Plainsboro, NJ - Per Diem (Day Shift)
role at
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System .
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Why Join Our Team? We are committed to providing the highest level of obstetric care, prenatal consultations and ultrasound services, medical education and training, and advancing the care of women before, during and after pregnancy through outstanding clinical care and groundbreaking clinical and translational research.
The Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) division provides diagnostic and consultative services focused on high-risk obstetrics.
Scheduling Requirements
Required to work a minimum of 2 nine‑hour shifts per 4‑week schedule, 7:30 AM‑5 PM.
Additionally, 2 “difficult to staff” days per year are required.
The department is open Monday‑Friday, closed on weekends and all major (hospital recognized) holidays.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Perform Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound Examinations
Perform targeted ultrasounds in the first, second, and third trimesters of pregnancy for high‑risk conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, genetic syndromes, multiple gestations) and GYN studies
Perform Nuchal Translucency (NT) and first‑trimester screening ultrasounds in compliance with AIUM (American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine) accreditation standards
Perform Biophysical Profiles (BPP) and Fetal Doppler studies (umbilical artery, middle cerebral artery, ductus venosus, etc.)
Measure cervical length and assess uterine or placental abnormalities
Assist the Perinatologist during invasive procedures for ultrasound needle guidance: Amniocentesis, Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS), Fetal Reduction
Image Analysis and Interpretation Support: Acquire high‑quality, diagnostic images that allow accurate interpretation by the Perinatologist
Recognize and document abnormal findings for Physician review
Correlate ultrasound findings with clinical history, laboratory data, and previous imaging
Documentation and Reporting: Record findings accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) and ultrasound reporting system (AS‑OBGYN)
Ensure all measurements, observations, and images meet ACOG, AIUM, or SMFM standards
Communicate urgent or unexpected findings promptly to the Provider
Quality Control and Continuing Education: Maintain equipment calibration, decontamination protocols, and ensure image quality; participate in quality assurance programs within MFM and the hospital; stay current with advancements in ultrasound technology and MFM protocols through continuing education
What We Require for this Role Education
Graduate of a CAAHEP approved Ultrasound School required.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Related Work Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine for High Risk Pregnancies preferred.
Licensure, Certification or Registration Requirement
Current RDMS in OB/GYN – Active Status required.
Current certification with ARMS in OB/GYN required.
Current certification in Nuchal Translucency and Cervical Length Assessment required.
Cervical length assessment certification must be obtained within a year of employment.
Salary Range $45.12 – $65.56 per Hour.
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
Benefits Click here for information on UPHS’s Benefits.
Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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