Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Maternal Fetal Center - Per Diem

About Us:

Maternal-fetal medicine specialists are highly trained in complex pregnancies. Our physicians treat moms with health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, advanced maternal age, seizure disorders, bleeding, early labor or other health complications. We provide care for unborn babies that may have a birth defect and can identify 80-90 percent of babies who will need early neonatal intervention. 

Valley Children’s is committed to providing all the care a mother and baby need right here in the Central Valley. With a broad spectrum of board-certified physicians and subspecialists, Valley Children’s Maternal Fetal Center brings a variety of experts on maternal-fetal medicine together in one place.

Job Summary:

Competently performs a variety of standard, specialty and complex obstetric diagnostic sonographic examinations and procedures with little or no supervision; producing quality studies under a variety of conditions. Demonstrates independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the application of non-ionizing high frequency ultrasonic waves for prenatal diagnosis. Applies appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Accurately receives instructions and ensures they are carried out as directed. Demonstrates anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention by or at the request of the Perinatologist. Exercises professional judgment in the performance and delivery of service excellence while maintaining a demeanor complementary to medical and professional code of ethics. Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in Environment of Care. Position may involve some travel throughout the regional area.

Qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma (required) And

• Program Graduate of a formal program in Ultrasonography that meets the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) qualifications or trained through a Radiology Technician program. (required) Or

• Associates Degree Medical Sonography (or related field) i.e. successful completion in: ARRT Sonography Board in addition to ARRT Certification in SPI (required)

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required)

• RDMS-OBGYN - ARDMS Obstetrics & Gynecology - ARDMS - American Registry of Medical Sonographers within 12 months of hire or transfer into position (required)

• ARDMS In at least one (1) other specialty (preferred)

Work Experience

• Minimum six (6) months Diagnostic Medical Sonograph (preferred)

• Exposure to High Risk OB and Fetal Echocardiography (preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Bilingual Skills Preferred.

• Must possess sound judgment and critical thinking skills to appropriately evaluate situations and determine the best method for achieving optimal results.
  Sound knowledge of anatomy/physiology within the perinatal environment.
  Good communication skills and ability to use proper channels of communication to achieve optimal service and results.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Range:

$50.30 - $89.70

Workshift:

Day (United States of America)

Position Exempt:

No

FTE %:

100

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Daily Hours:

8

Have Questions?

Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org
Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.