Sonographer (OB) Casual Part Time - Pediatrix
Houston, TX 77002-8766
About the Job
We invite you to join the Pediatrix family and help shape the future of health care!
Responsibilities:
- Escorts patient and family to and from examination room.
- Explains exam to patient and family prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
- Acquires anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
- Maintains patient charts and records, and records/processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
- Creates a preliminary report for physician review/signature.
- Reviews studies with physicians.
- Assists physician with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
- Codes appropriate for services performed.
- Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment.
- Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
- Maintains laundry for examination rooms.
- Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
- Follows the accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where applicable.
- Follows and complies with universal precautions and OSHA standards.
- Follows and complies with safety and security training.
- Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
- Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.
Qualifications:
- Minimum six months experience as an ultrasound technician working in OB/GYN and/or MFM setting preferred.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
- Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent.
- ARDMS OB/GYN certified or eligible
- Fetal echo certification or eligible to obtain with 12 months of hire. Fetal echo experience preferred or will be provided. Participates in staff development, in-service workshops, and educational activities. Participates in professional development activities and meetings.
- Completion of a program containing OB/GYN ultrasonography.
- CPR certification required.
- Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job- training in ultrasonography, or completion of an approved ultrasonography educational program.
- Maintain or be eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS).
- Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.
Benefits and Compensation:
Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Progyny Fertility Benefits
- Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
- 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan**
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) – 15% discount*
- Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Employee Optional Life and AD&D
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Parental Leave Benefit
- Sick Pay Bank
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Group Aflac Policies
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Charitable Fund
- Care.com
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Various Discount Programs
*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit
**Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over
About Us:
Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.
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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.