Ultrasound Technologist- Perinatal Diagnostic Center

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

Associates Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Summary

Job Description:

Ultrasound Technologist-Perinatal

Full Time I First Shift

Perinatal Diagnostic Center I Lexington, Ky

The Perinatal Diagnostic Team at Baptist Health works together to provide the highest level of care for every patient. Each team member is highly trained in the use of our advanced imaging technologies and in meeting the individual needs of our patients. If you need Diagnostic Imaging, you can count on the compassionate and skilled team at Baptist Health to be with you every step of the way. Our staff includes fellowship-trained radiologists, radiologic technologists, ultra sonographers and nuclear medicine technologists. From helping you prepare for your tests to listening carefully to your questions and clearly explaining everything you need to know, you'll appreciate our careful attention and support.

Description:

Perinatal sonographer functions as a medical imaging professional who has extensive understanding and knowledge of maternal and fetal anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

The sonographer provides clinically relevant ultrasound imaging to assist a licensed independent practitioner with the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Skillfully perform routine and specialized sonography procedures of high complexity to produce quality images for the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of high-risk obstetric patients.

Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with policies and procedures related to infection control and patient safety.

Verifies orders, verifies patient name/birth date and history. Review patient medical history and support clinical information, including but not limited to reviewing labs, medical records, previous ultrasounds, and any other relevant medical history.

Assume responsibility for the safety of the patient during the sonographic examination.

Use proper patient positioning tools, devices, equipment adjustment, and ergonomically correct scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort and to prevent musculoskeletal injury to the sonographer.

Perform high-quality and technically complete detailed fetal anatomic surveys, fetal echo with measurements and cardiac Dopplers (PR Interval, Tricuspid valve, Mitral Valve), Doppler assessment of arterial and venous blood vessels (MCA, UA, DV,), nuchal translucency, fetal growth assessments, biophysical profiles, multiple gestations, twin to twin transfusion checks, and transvaginal cervical lengths and viability as outlined by nationally recognized organizations.

Prepare for and assist licensed medical practitioner in a variety of diagnostic and/or ultrasound guided procedures, including but not exclusive to, amniocentesis and chorionic villi sampling (CVS).

Performs and documents time out procedure for ultrasound guided procedures.

An adequate understanding of fetal anatomy to acquire additional ultrasound imaging of fetal anomalies to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.

Practice the ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable) principle by adjusting controls that affect the acoustic output of the transducer, adjust power to the lowest available setting, and monitor the mechanical index (MI) and thermal index (TI) during the sonography examination.

Operate and adjust ultrasound machine settings to diagnostically scan technically difficult patients, including large BMI patients, exceeding BMI of 60+.

Identify and document any limitations to the sonography examination.

Documents of all incidents related to patient care on electronic health records (example-incident reports, medications given, etc.)

Verifies images archived to PACS/Viewpoint and notifies PACS administrator of any issues.

Review exam images, results, and document pertinent diagnostic imaging notes in Viewpoint and the electronic health record.

Communicate with the patient and their family in difficult and anxious settings in a manner appropriate to the patient's ability to understand.

Qualifications:

Associate degree.

Satisfactory completion of an accredited education program in sonography or equivalent.

Current certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or eligible.

Must obtain ARDMS certification in Abdomen and OB-Gyn. If not certified upon hire, must obtain certifications within one year of hire.

Less than one year.

Current CPR for Healthcare Providers.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.

Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

PTO Sell Back Program

Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

Retirement with Company Match

Work Experience

Education

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

"EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES

Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056."

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R26099064