Ultrasound Radiographer- OBGYN Maternal Fetal

Entity: The Clinical Practices of the University of PA

Dept: OBGYN Maternal Fetal

Location: 3400 Spruce Street

Hours: 36hrs, Full time- One scheduled day off per week, working 4 days on. Hours are 7a-4:30pm

• The Ultrasound Radiographer is responsible for performing all Ultrasound examinations. The primary purpose of this position is to perform, coordinate, and supervise patient testing services.

Responsibilities:

• Operate Ultrasound units. Prepare ultrasound rooms and maintain cleanliness of area. Interviews and screens patients prior to the examination and explains procedures to the patient. Perform, coordinate, and supervise selected patient testing services. Ensure all equipment, supplies, and records are available for patient care at the satellites. Educate and support patients and their families through telephone consultation, office visits, and hospital visits. Educate and instruct other health care providers and patients (and their families) in the use of specialized equipment, new procedures, and new concepts. Assure maximum quality of care, design, and implement effective antenatal testing systems. Assure maintenance of patient testing records, and unit equipment. Assist in research projects as requested by the Division. Communicate equipment problems and image quality issues. Package and send genetic specimens.

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• CPR (required within 90 days of hire)
• ARDMS or RDMS (Required)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer OR board eligible. RDMS completed OR completed within probationary period.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• And 1+ years Experience in Ultrasonography Education Specialization: Graduate of an Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography School required