Sonographer

Who We Are:

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

About the Role:

Performs diagnostic tests and scanning procedures utilizing ultrasound systems to assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.  Performs duties of Sonographer as it relates specifically to providing Obstetric-related procedures; explains procedures and special requirements to patient; adjusts equipment and evaluates images.

M-F day shift, part time benefit eligible.  Must be available to work starting at 8 am to work 3 or 4 eight hours days.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtains and relays information related to procedure performed.
• Checks previous ultrasound studies for comparison and additional history.
• Confirms patient preparation.
• Presents images and concise history to the perinatologist.
• Confers with perinatologist about tentative diagnosis and observed radiological scan.
• Produce legible and comprehensive preliminary report(s) to the perinatologist
• Ensures that an adequate clinical history is available to correlate with the ultrasound examination to be performed; consult with others as necessary to obtain a complete clinical history.
• Performs obstetrical ultrasounds varying in degrees of complexity (level 1 to level 3); provides ultrasound guidance of invasive procedures.
• Performs biophysical and amniotic fluid index and provides technical oversight to other ultrasound staff performing this service.
• Performs fetal echocardiography, Nuchal Translucency, Chorionic Villous Sampling and Amnio Procedures.
• Technically manipulates, equipment to obtain appropriate quality and quantity of image to convey clinical condition.
• Practices preventive maintenance procedures and reports all needed repairs to manager/lead ultrasound tech.
• Educates patients about exams, adjusting to patient/staff needs.
• Thoroughly explains procedure to be performed in order to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety.
• Works primarily with adult women patients; always adjusts and modifies care appropriate to the age and condition of the patient. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program listed on the CAAHEP website.
• Licensure/Certification: RDMS in OB/GYN required, American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR
• Experience: Two years Sonographer experience preferred