Ultrasonographer Alabama Women's Specialists

The responsibilities of the OBGYN Sonographer include, but are not limited to:

• Perform detailed fetal anatomic exams, biophysical profiles, 3D/4D imaging studies, and gynecological exams; including transabdominal and transvaginal procedures.
• Prepare patients; collect relevant clinical information for completion of accurate procedures.
• Demonstrate effective communication with OBGYN providers, to include concise and organized case presentation.
• Perform patient care and daily tasks with a team approach. Interact with administrative staff and nursing staff in a manner that promotes continuity of patient care.
• Participate in maintenance of ARDMS accreditation.
• Attend and participate in mandatory departmental meetings. Attend and participate in departmental conference calls as needed.
• Prepare, utilize, and manage ultrasound equipment. Recognize significant diagnostic information in order to maintain proper functionality.
• Perform proper high-level disinfection of endovaginal probes using CIdex systems. Maintain daily quality control for infection control requirements.
• Perform all necessary computer operations including reporting and billing functions (Viewpoint, Athena).
• Maintain a clean work area by following infection control protocols and sterile techniques
• Maintain supplies for all examinations. Assist with annual supply inventory.

REQUIRED: Minimum of 1 year as a staff sonographer

PREFERRED: 3 years as a sonographer in an Ob/Gyn or perinatal/maternal-fetal medicine setting

EDUCATION

REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist program and competently cross-trained in ultrasound and/or graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Responsible for maintaining annual certification.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers –

OB/GYN certification*

Current CPR certification*

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