Lead Mfm Fe Sonographer

Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Lead MFM FE Sonographer? At St. Davids North Austin Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

St. Davids North Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Lead MFM FE Sonographer like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary of the Lead MFM FE Sonographer

The Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Lead Sonographer will coordinate services and activities specific to the established outreach areas and expanding areas in which s/he are assigned. The Lead MFM Sonographer monitors all technical and clerical functions, which include efficient patient throughput and effective utilization of equipment and human resources, based upon patient load. Maintains Performance Improvement and Quality Control activities. Follows all established Ultrasound and hospital policies and procedures. A MFM Sonographer is a diagnostic ultrasound professional who is qualified by professional credentialing, academic, and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice of the diagnostic medical sonographer includes those procedures, acts, and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience. This person must demonstrate competency and has completed the appropriate ARDMS certification OBGYN(s) which is the standard of practice in ultrasound. The Lead MFM Sonographer follows standards set forth by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM). Demonstrates anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The Lead MFM Sonographer demonstrates knowledge of the human structure and functions, also principles of sound wave energy. Applies appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary of medical ethics.

Participates in providing patient specific care standards as directed, and follows service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction. 

Responsibilities of the Lead MFM FE Sonographer

• Lead and oversee the MFM Clinic Ultrasound Department to ensure the quality of work.
• Contribute to the effective management of the MFM Clinic Ultrasound Department.
• Demonstrate effective use of policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate effective problem solving and decision making skills; demonstrate effective organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate effective time management skills including priority setting.
• Demonstrate effective customer service skills.
• Utilize effective team-building skills and collaboratively and effectively interacts with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills for appropriately handling stressful or difficult situations.
• Adhere to HCA/St. Davids HealthCares Patients First Initiatives up to and including Initial and Annual Code of Conduct, Mandatory Education, and Values Commitment/ICARE Standards.
• Demonstrate expertise in providing patient care by identifying correct patient identification and that the requested procedure correlates with the patient's clinical history; utilizing appropriate interviewing and assessment skills to obtain relevant information.
• Refer specific diagnostic, treatment or prognosis questions to the patient's physician.
• Recognize sonographic characteristics of normal and abnormal tissues, structures, and blood flow; adjust scanning technique to optimize image quality and spectral waveform characteristics; analyze sonography findings throughout the course of the examination so that a comprehensive exam is completed and sufficient data is provided to the physician; performs measurements and calculations according to practice protocol ; strive to minimize patient exposure to acoustic energy without compromising examination quality and/or completeness.
• Document clearly, concisely, and completely as well as documenting diagnostic and patient data in the appropriate record, according to established policy and procedure.
• Record diagnostic images and data for use by the interpreting provider.
• Work in partnership with the physician and other staff to provide the best care possible for all patients, maintaining an attitude of service and excellence.
• Maintain knowledge in own field of expertise; participates in continuing education activities through professional societies and organizations to enhance knowledge, skills, and performance; shares knowledge with colleagues, students, and all members of the health care team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications of the Lead MFM FE Sonographer

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A single two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related (Allied health occupations include, but are not limited to, diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and registered nurse.) OR Graduate of a program accredited by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), United States Department of Education (USDOE) or Canadian Medical Association (CMA), that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology. (Currently (as of 12/2013) the only organizations that offer programmatic accreditation under the aforementioned associations are the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and the Canadian Medical Association (CMA))
• Associates Degree or higher in related technological field
• Preferred: At least five (5) years of verifiable experience as an MFM Sonographer

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

• Credentials with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
• Current certification with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) registered in OB.
• Current Registry in Fetal Echocardiography (FE) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
• Fetal Nuchal Translucency or Nasal Bone Certification through the Fetal Medicine Foundation within one year of hire. Employee must provide proof of submission for consideration or renewal of NT or NB certification to department supervisor. If previously held certification lapses prior to renewal and submission completed in sufficient time for renewal, employee has three months post expiration to renew license; during this time employee is only allowed to scan applicable exams with a certified NT or NB preceptor.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

St. David's North Austin Medical Center is a multi-specialty hospital in Texas with more than 360 beds. The facility is home to St. David's Children's Hospital, St. David's Women's Center of Texas featuring a Level III NICU, a Kidney Transplant Center, and the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. Additional services offered at this medical center include 24-hour emergency care, heart and vascular care, neurology and neurosurgery, rehabilitation services, and inpatient and outpatient surgery.

St. David's North Austin Medical Center is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David's HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits - St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Lead MFM FE Sonographer opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Employment Type: Full-time