Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Works under supervision of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Faculty, MFM Sono Supervisor, and AP Sonographer to provide professional and high-level technical skills involving use of ultrasound in medical diagnosis and evaluation of OB/Gyn and MFM patients. Performs both clinical and/or research protocols. Aware of AIUM standards and ensures compliance.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Associate's Degree in Ultrasound Technology or
  Graduate of Accredited Sonography Program
  

• Experience
  2 years of experience in OB/Gyn ultrasound including
  1 year of MFM ultrasound experience
  Clinical training at UTSW may be considered as experience.
  

• Licenses and Certifications
  American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS Registry) Upon Hire
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT certification credited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire
  Fetal Echo (FE) required certification within 2 Years
  

Preferred

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree
  

JOB DUTIES

• General Job Responsibilities:
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition and ensures that it is properly supplied for procedures.
• Demonstrates conscious effort to be good stewards of UTSW resources to ensure facility financial goals are met.
• Checks equipment and accessories to ensure proper working order and notifies appropriate personnel for repairs.
• Responds to inquiries/calls regarding procedures in a timely manner.
• Communicates problems during the shift with equipment or pending exams with appropriate staff.
• Engages in equitable distribution of clinical workloads by pre-charting in preparation for upcoming schedule.
• Participates in learning experiences with new employees and students. Works collaboratively with AP sonographer and faculty to ensure thorough documentation and imaging.
• Assists with scheduling and coordinating exams as appropriate to ensure smooth workflow.
• Performs quality controls on assigned equipment and reports issues timely.
• Attends departmental and facility meetings/classes (minimum 90%25 attendance).
• Completes required courses/modules/certifications by the due date
• Performs pertinent duties in the best interest of patients, personnel and the facility as assigned.
• May be requested to do in-patient ultrasound at CUH if needed for admitted patient.
• Adheres to departmental time and attendance guidelines.
• Wears employee ID and follows dress code policy.
• As appropriate, may assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the designated supervisor.
• Participates in all regulatory compliance activities.
• Job Performance May Include:
  • Monitors and trains students in all areas of current competencies.
  • Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
  • Leads the work of technologists ensuring that procedures are performed according to standards.
  • Pre-charts to determine scheduling balance and works with peers to adjust, as needed.
  • Participates in the modality specific QA/QC program and ensures compliance with regulations.
  • Participates in various accreditation processes as directed.
• Follows all policies related to patient care and clinical activities in their assigned setting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires ability to utilize ultrasound related equipment.
• Work requires ability to interact with patients regarding procedures.
• Work requires ability to move and position equipment and patients.
• Work requires ability to read, write, and interpret exams.
• Work requires ability to develop and recommend policies and procedures for approval by supervisor.
• Work requires ability to determine methods and approaches to work problems.
• Work requires ability to be virtually self-supervising.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

 

Physical Requirements

• Handling

 

Working Conditions

• Clinical Setting

 

Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.