Cape Fear Valley Health
Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer III-Full Time-Days
Cape Fear Valley Health, Cape Fear, North Carolina, United States
Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer III – Full Time – Days
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Job Details
Facility: Cape Fear Valley Perinatology
Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina
Department: Cape Fear Valley Perinatology
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Summary The Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer is fully competent to perform all diagnostic procedures for the diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions.
Sign-on Bonus $15,000.00
Major Job Functions
Competence in the technical operations of all equipment
Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures.
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Perinatologist.
Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.
Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs.
Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department.
Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area and maintains adequate supplies.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Education and Formal Training
High school diploma or equivalent required
Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program required
ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required
Nuchal Translucency Certification AND Fetal Echocardiogram Certification required
Level III sonographer must hold ARDMS certification in 3 areas, required
Current AHA CPR certification required
Work Experience
5 years of experience required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Technical skills and expertise in performing diagnostic and vascular sonography
Positive interpersonal skills
Verbal and written skills
Compassionate patient care
Knowledge of growth and development and understands range of treatment needed for all age groups
Ability to provide care based on the patient’s developmental needs
Effective patient care and interacts effectively with patients of all ages
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate orally
Dexterity and visual acuity
Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to bend lift up to 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 pounds
Position may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
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Job Details
Facility: Cape Fear Valley Perinatology
Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina
Department: Cape Fear Valley Perinatology
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Summary The Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer is fully competent to perform all diagnostic procedures for the diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions.
Sign-on Bonus $15,000.00
Major Job Functions
Competence in the technical operations of all equipment
Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures.
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Perinatologist.
Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.
Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs.
Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department.
Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area and maintains adequate supplies.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Education and Formal Training
High school diploma or equivalent required
Graduate of AMA approved Sonography program required
ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required
Nuchal Translucency Certification AND Fetal Echocardiogram Certification required
Level III sonographer must hold ARDMS certification in 3 areas, required
Current AHA CPR certification required
Work Experience
5 years of experience required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Technical skills and expertise in performing diagnostic and vascular sonography
Positive interpersonal skills
Verbal and written skills
Compassionate patient care
Knowledge of growth and development and understands range of treatment needed for all age groups
Ability to provide care based on the patient’s developmental needs
Effective patient care and interacts effectively with patients of all ages
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate orally
Dexterity and visual acuity
Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to bend lift up to 100 pounds, carry objects up to 50 pounds
Position may involve skin, eye, or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
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