The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer provides diagnostic ultrasound tests for patients. The diagnostic medical sonographer works with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to pregnant women

• Prepares patients for ultrasound examination.
• Prepares patients for physicians.
• Explains procedures to the patient prior to the commencement of the testing and provides patient education related to medical ultrasound.
• Explains procedures to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Ensures the appropriate consent and/or declinations are obtained.
• Conducts ultrasonic diagnostic procedures and records anatomical, pathological and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
• Assists physician during invasive procedures requiring ultrasound guidance.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains patient charts and records, and records and processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
• Code appropriately for services performed; submit completed billing work sheets daily.
• Notify Patient Service Associate of additional services performed which require authorization.
• Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
• Maintain archives/records scans.
• Maintains effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
• Acts in a non-directive, non-judgmental manner, recognizing an individualâ™s religious, ethical, and moral opinions/beliefs.
• Recognizes ethical, legal and professional issues inherent in providing care to pregnant women, infants and children.
  
• Comply with safety and security training and OSHA standards/regulations.
• Complete all required Compliance Training.
• Participates in staff development, in-service workshops and educational activities.
• Participates in professional development activities and meetings
• Maintains professional affiliations.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed.

• An individual must possess a current/valid certification in diagnostic ultrasound.
• 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.
• RDMS OB/GYN
• Experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine
• Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.

Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:

• Health Insurance including prescription drugs
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term disability options
• Employee stock purchase program â“ 15% discount*
• 401k with company match**
• Long Term Care (LTC)
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness and Accident plans
• Identity Protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

** Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees age 21 and over

The expected pay for the position ranges from $37.00 - $60.00 per hour. The actual pay range will be computed based on years of relevant experience.

Pediatrix® Medical Group, Inc. (Pediatrix) is the nationâ™s leading provider of physician services. 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. Specialties include obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine and neonatology complemented by more than 20 pediatric subspecialties, as well as pediatric primary and urgent care clinics. The groupâ™s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. The physician-led company was founded in 1979 as a single neonatology practice and today provides its highly specialized and often critical care services through more than 5,000 affiliated physicians and other clinicians in 37 states.

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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.

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