OBGYN Sonographer

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OBGYN Sonographer - UH2 Women's Care Clinic101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

University Health 2 (UH2)Kansas City, MissouriUH Women's Care Prenatal Ultrasound UH2Full time8:00AM - 4:30PM36

Are you passionate about providing exceptional patient care while using your ultrasound expertise to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families? Join our Ambulatory OB/GYN team as an OB/GYN Sonographer! In this role, you'll provide diagnostic and specialized imaging services, support Radiologists and residents during advanced imaging procedures, and serve as a trusted resource to your colleagues. You'll work alongside a collaborative, interdisciplinary team to support patients with a variety of needs, including those experiencing high-risk conditions. Your technical expertise, attention to detail, and compassionate approach will help ensure every patient receives high-quality care throughout their imaging experience.

What You'll Do

• Follow established departmental protocols, document and communicate any exceptions to the Radiologist, and assist with specialized examinations as needed.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images and complete all necessary examination documentation for Radiologist review.
• Welcome patients, prepare them for examinations, answer questions, and advocate for their needs by coordinating with physicians and Radiologists when additional support is needed.
• Answer incoming telephone calls, schedule patients as needed, provide information, and direct calls to the appropriate departments. Collaborate with clinics, hospital floors, physicians, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate patient care.
• Perform a variety of supporting responsibilities, including image processing, patient transportation, room cleaning and restocking, and supply ordering. Prepare preliminary reports and contact referring physicians when required by established procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive working knowledge of the RIC and PAC computer systems, including the ability to create, send, and retrieve patient information and diagnostic images.
• Independently perform diagnostic and specialized imaging examinations with minimal supervision. Maintain a professional appearance and presentation while completing all sonographic examinations ordered by the attending physician.
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives by assisting with data collection and developing customer service ideas within the specialized area.
• Promote continuous quality improvement, staff and patient safety, and cultural diversity through daily departmental operations and individual performance.
• Deliver patient-centered services appropriate to each patient's age and developmental needs. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to address patients' physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs.
• Maintain a courteous, professional, and helpful demeanor when interacting with patients, visitors, colleagues, medical staff, and anyone encountered while representing the organization.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards to ensure compliance with the Corporate Compliance Plan. Follow the Code of Conduct, Corporate Compliance Plan, and all applicable compliance policies and procedures, including required training. Participate in compliance activities as directed by the Department Manager and Corporate Compliance Officer.

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• Must be registered in good standing with the ARDMS and possess both the OB/GYN registry and Nuchal Translucency certification upon hire or obtain both within 12 months of the hire date.
• Demonstrates strong leadership abilities and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of human development and the ability to work effectively with patients of all ages.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to assist with and move patients.
• Proficiency in operating a computer and entering and retrieving information.
• Must maintain BCLS certification throughout employment.
• For advancement, must acquire and demonstrate the skills outlined in the OB Sonographer Skills Defined Progression.