Overview:
The expected pay for this position ranges from $39.42 - $66.59 per hour and is based on years of relevant experience and certifications.
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: www.pediatrix.com/careers.
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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Pediatrix Medical Group has an exciting opportunity for a Certified Fetal Echo Sonographer to join our team at one of our Maternal Fetal Medicine clinics in Santa Barbara, CA . At Pediatrix, we are passionate about giving high-risk expectant mothers and their babies the care they deserve.
The Certified Fetal Echo Sonographer provides diagnostic ultrasound tests for patients in the Maternal Fetal Medicine setting. The Certified Fetal Echo Sonographer works independently and with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to pregnant women.
- Explains exam to patient and family prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
- Prepares patients for ultrasound examination and performs required Fetal Echo scans.
- Acquires anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data.
- Records/processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure.
- Creates a preliminary report for physician interpretation and review/signature.
- Assists physician during invasive procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
- Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
- Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
- Follows the accredited laboratory protocols for obtaining two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where applicable.
- Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
- Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.
- Graduate of an accredited sonography program with a degree in ultrasonography or equivalent.
- Fetal echo certification required.
- Maintain or be eligible for certification as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) in OB/GYN.
- Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.
- CPR certification required.
Experience
- Minimum six months experience as an ultrasound technician working in OB/GYN and/or MFM setting preferred.
- Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Progyny Fertility Benefits
- Livongo Diabetes Management
- Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
- Smart Shopper
- 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
- Care.com
- 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
The expected pay for this position ranges from $39.42 - $66.59 per hour and is based on years of relevant experience and certifications.
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: www.pediatrix.com/careers.
#PedSon
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.