Sonographer -Ultrasound Technologist Maternal Fetal Medicine

Company: Bon Secours
Location: Richmond
Posted on: April 2, 2025

Job Description:

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.Bon SecoursAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionThis position is responsible for preparing patients and performing specialized obstetrical and gynecologic ultrasound exams and procedures in accordance with physician's orders and established protocols. The sonographer will prepare images and reports of the examination and results in a timely, accurate manner to facilitate diagnosis and ensure quality patient care.Sonographer Ultrasound Technologist Maternal Fetal Medicine (RDMS) - Physician Office -The Perinatal Center - Richmond, VAUp to 20K Sign on BonusPrimary Function/General Purpose of PositionThis position is responsible for preparing patients and performing specialized obstetrical and gynecologic ultrasound exams and procedures in accordance with physician's orders and established protocols. The sonographer will prepare images and reports of the examination and results in a timely, accurate manner to facilitate diagnosis and ensure quality patient care.Essential Job FunctionsPerforms specialized obstetric, fetal, and gynecologic diagnostic ultrasound examinations in order to detect fetal anomalies, evaluate fetal anatomy, and detect gynecologic anomalies using the ultrasound machine and other necessary equipment per department standards and protocolsPerforms and accurately documents the appropriate images for the study indicated in order to provide the physician with comprehensive views to give an accurate interpretive report.Assists physician in performance of invasive diagnostic or surgical procedures.Performs fetal monitoring tests on indicated patients.Educates, assists, and communicates effectively with patients and their families in difficult and anxious settings and provides appropriate and supportive patient care.Maintains practice standards as outlined in American Society of Radiologic Technicians (ASRT): The Practice Standards for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy- Sonography Practice StandardsMaintains practice standards as outlined in The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) accreditation.Demonstrates proficiency in Radiology and hospital systems and computer applications to include but not limited to: ordering tests, cancelling tests, retrieval of patient information, change orders, tracking patients and images, and charging examsLicensing/CertificationRegistered with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) or the Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or registered within one year of hire (required)Certified in American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OB/GYN (required)BLS Basic Life Support (required)EducationGraduate of an accredited radiology technology program certified by Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT) or equivalent OR an Allied Health Education program for Medical Sonography certified by the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in collaboration with the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (JRCDMS). (required)Work Experience2 years' of experience with pelvic and endovaginally ultrasound, first trimester nuchal translucency, second trimester fetal anatomy scans, biophysical profile, umbilical artery and middle cerebral artery (MCA) dopplers, 3D and 4D imaging, assisting with amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, umbilical blood transfusions, and nonstress testing (required)This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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