Sonographer (MFM and Pediatric Cardiac positions)

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Job description

Overview:

Pediatrix Medical Group has full time and per diem sonographer opportunities at multiple locations in Texas! At Pediatrix, we are passionate about giving high-risk expectant mothers and their babies the care they deserve. Our maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialists are experts in their field, highly educated and experienced. Above all, they provide compassionate care to the patients we serve each year, providing quality care throughout a mother's pregnancy, as well as during delivery and afterward.

"Pediatrix is family focused and understands that we have a lot of working moms and encourages work-life balance. With few exceptions, each practice is allowed to run in a way that works for them and their staff without too many corporate policies hindering how they work. However, corporate support is always there when needed. Pediatrix offers great benefits, EAP, discounts, free CME and learning resources. There's also options to transfer to another practice within the company, giving opportunities to live where you want without having to start over with seniority and PTO."

Becky Grove, Sonographer, Pediatrix Medical Group

We have current openings in the following locations in Texas:

(Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, McKinney, San Antonio).

Responsibilities:

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer provides diagnostic ultrasound tests for patients in the Maternal Fetal Medicine setting. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer works independently and with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to pregnant women.

Escorts patient and family to and from the examination room and 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 and 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 and recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
Maintains laundry for examination rooms and 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, OSHA standards, safety and security training
Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.
Qualifications:
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.
RDMS Certification is required and must be maintained.
SPI registry is required, OB/GYN registry is strongly preferred.
Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.
Fetal echo certification or eligible to obtain within 12 months of hire.
Participates in staff development, in-service workshops, and educational activities. Participates in professional development activities and meetings.
CPR certification required.

Experience:

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.
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

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.

Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site:

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.

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