Perinatal Sonographer at Emory Healthcare

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Obstetric Imaging, Ultrasound Equipment Calibration, Transducer Selection, Real Time Imaging, M-mode Imaging, Pulse Doppler Imaging, Color Doppler Imaging, Fetal Abnormalities Diagnosis, Effective Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Patient Service Skills, Computer Skills, Ultrasound Software Proficiency, Nuchal Translucency Studies, Basic Life Support Certification, Fetal Echocardiography

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs And more Description As a Perinatal Sonographer III, you will be responsible for obstetric imaging in conjunction with other members of the defined health care team in Emory Perinatal Center. Job Duties: 1. Able to calibrate, adjust, and maintain ultrasound equipment. 2. Select proper transducer and technical factors for accurate ultrasound procedures, which may include real time, M-mode, Pulse Doppler and color Doppler imaging. 3. View images on monitor screens, hand-eye coordination. 4. Create preliminary prenatal ultrasound reports for each study performed. 5. Demonstrates responsibility for own professional growth through pursuit of work-related experiences and educational opportunities. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Requirements: 1. Knowledge of fetal abnormalities and their diagnosis and proficiency in performing scans of various anatomical areas and key knowledge of fetal anatomy, distinguishing normal from abnormal structures is desired. 2. Effective oral and written professional communication, interpersonal and patient service skills is preferred to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members. 3. Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and ultrasound software program. Minimum Qualifications: Education: 1. Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound and at a minimum be registered as a Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with OB/GYN issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS); and advanced training that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography. Experience: 1. 3 years or Perinatal imaging experience and Fetal Echocardiography registry issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or 6 years of experience with or without Fetal Echocardiography registry 2. Experience performing Nuchal Translucency studies Certifications/Licensure: 1. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with Fetal Echocardiography issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

As a Perinatal Sonographer III, you will be responsible for obstetric imaging in conjunction with other members of the defined health care team. You will calibrate ultrasound equipment, select proper transducers, create preliminary reports, and pursue professional growth.