We are looking for an experienced Perinatal Sonographer to join our MFM-OBGYN team at our Westchester location in support of Columbia University Irving Medical Center. We offer a collaborative work environment where cross-functional teams work together to put patient safety and quality care first in a warm and collegial setting. Read on to learn more about this exciting position and apply to join our team today!
DEPARTMENT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
Location: 1111 & 1129 Westchester Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605
Responsibilities: Perform confidential ultrasonography exams as follows:
- Perinatal sonographer needed to perform ultrasound service supporting Columbia University Irving Medical Center – OBGYN clinical site
- Localize and recognize difference between health and pathological areas to check for factors such as position, obstructions or changes in shape.
- Judge whether images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
- Integrate diagnostic sonogram with patients’ history, medical records and laboratory results, and adapt to examinations
- Present and prepare preliminary ultrasound findings to attending physician for final report
- Maintain log of ultrasound test findings.
- Present preliminary findings to physician for final report.
- Assist the physician with patient care.
- Explain the procedure to the patient, record medical history considered necessary and prepare patient for testing.
- Ensure service excellence by adhering to the “Seven Competencies” and implementing them in all aspects of job performance:
- 1) Effective Communication
- 2) Job Knowledge
- 3) Patient Centered Care
- 4) Empathy
- 5) Collaboration and Teamwork
- 6) Pride and Excellence
- 7) Integrity and Credibility
- Required Training – Conforms to all applicable HIPPA, billing compliance guidelines.
- Collaboratively work with billing/ secretarial staff with regards to authorizations/charges.
- Provide coverage vacation at other sites as needed. Notice may be provided up to 1-2 months in advance.
- Provide sick day coverage at other sites as needed.
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- High school education or GED equivalency required.
- Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Program.
- Candidate must be ARDMS certified or ARDMS registry eligible. ARDMS eligible graduates from CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education) accredited program must be registered in OB/GYN within 18 months of employment. ARDMS credentials must be maintained yearly.
- OB/GYN experience for a minimum of one year.
- Ability to operate ultrasound equipment efficiently, evaluate sonogram to acquire diagnostic information, communicate diagnostic information to physicians, follow departmental protocols and guidelines, and communicate effectively with patients and health care team.
- Must be able to provide rotating coverage when required at practice sites located in Manhattan, Westchester, Rockland, or Putnam county. This position will be based out of Westchester.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have OB/GYN experience for a minimum of one year, excellent oral/written communication skills, strong customer service background as well as proficiency in computers. Fetal Echo certification highly preferred.
Ability operates ultrasound equipment efficiently, evaluate sonogram to acquire diagnostic information, communicate diagnostic information to physicians, follow departmental protocols and guidelines, and communicate effectively with patients and health care team.
Overtime: Eligible
Benefits: Non-Eligible
Assigned Hours: 8:30a to 5:00p (Varies)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $41.30 - $58.94 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- OBGYN ULTRASOUND: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in OB/GYN (Required)
Work Location: In person
