MC Fetal Ultrasonographer II

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Job Description

Fetal Sonographer
Baltimore, MD
Full Time
M-F 8 to 4:30pm

I. General Summary

Under limited supervision performs a variety of examinations utilizing diagnostic ultrasound in accordance with American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) guideline to assist the attending physician with diagnosis and treatment of pathologies.

II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

1. Operates technical ultrasound equipment and supplies sound waves to patients in accordance with standard operating procedures and according to departmental policies and procedures
A. Greets and receives patients. Performs intake questionnaire and historical data collection as per departmental standards. Explains procedure to patients. Informs patient or physician of required preparation for particular exam.
B. Positions patients for exam. Assists patients onto examining table, as appropriate, in accordance with department protocols.
C. Performs ultrasound examinations exercising judgment as to which images to photograph. Selects the appropriate technical factors on equipment according to individual patient needs.
D. Critiques sonograms for quality and accuracy, and analyzes data, documents summary of findings.
E. Reports all potential or actual patient/equipment problems to the Fetal US Coordinator or designee.
F. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations by utilizing CPR or contacting nursing or medical personnel.
G. Utilizes "universal precautions" at all times when working with patients. Sets up and maintains a sterile field by utilizing sterile technique; opens sterile procedure trays where applicable.
H. Uses monitoring equipment, blood pressure equipment, and related routine equipment to maintain continuous patient care while patient is undergoing ultrasound procedures.
2. Identifies all sonograms by recording patient name, date, and time. Identifies anatomical structures accurately in computer system.
A. Maintains and tracks the CAFC medical and reporting systems, assuring that it is updated, as appropriate, and available when needed.
3. Cleans and disinfects ultrasound equipment according to infection control standards. Calibrates ultrasound equipment for correct exposure and magnification parameters. Performs minor maintenance on equipment, as needed.

A. Maintains supplies needed on a daily basis by restocking according to inventory list in each exam / procedure room.
B. Documents all equipment problems on maintenance /Biomed request forms.
4. Assists physicians in performing invasive procedures, i.e. amniocentesis, CVS, lidocaine injections, and other fetal intervention procedures by handling equipment and preparing instrument trays under the direct supervision of the physician.
5. Communicates effectively with patients, nurses, and physicians. Communicates information regarding sonography procedures requiring patient preparation.
6. Completes records accurately, Enters patient information in reporting system, accurately and completely.
7. Assists the receptionist and other support staff with routine office duties, as needed.
A. Answers telephone, assists or direct callers.
8. Instructs Ultrasound Technology students and residents and any other visitors on ultrasound procedures and techniques by demonstrating and explaining such.
9. Precepts and mentors new staff as assigned by the Fetal US Coordinator/ Nurse Manager.
10. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit.

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Qualifications

1. Graduation from an AMA and/or CAAHP approved school of Ultrasound Technology required.
2. Registered in Obstetrics and Gynecology or eligible for registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers required.
3. Registry in OB/GYN expected within one year; NT certification expected within 2 years.
4. CPR certification is required.
5. One (1) year of experience performing diagnostic ultrasound studies preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.