Fertility Sonographer

Part-time Fertility Sonographer position (20 hours per week) in the 02257 AMG Women's Center Green Bay, OB/GYN: Reproductive Endocrinology department at Aurora BayCare Medical Center. Hours will vary Monday to Friday, 6:45am-3:15pm, with every 4th weekend and holiday rotation. Benefits eligible. Pay range $38.20 - $57.30.

Responsibilities

Competently operates ultrasound equipment to perform general, vascular and/or cardiac procedures/studies; Accurately differentiates between normal and pathologic findings; Reviews patient's medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders; Obtains necessary clinical information from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy; Positions patient, selects proper transducer and technical factors, and adjusts factors to attain appropriate images; Ensures safety, mental and physical comfort of patient; Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate; Accurately identifies and labels images with patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan; Maintains records in accordance with regulatory agencies, enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed; Identifies equipment performance issues, communicates to appropriate staff, and evaluates new products and equipment for possible future use; Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician; Provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served, as described in department policies and procedures

Requirements

Advanced training beyond High School that includes completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography; Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with Abdomen issued by ARDMS, to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader determines it is not required; Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with OB/GYN issued by ARDMS, to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader determines it is not required; Vascular Technologist (RVT) registration issued by ARDMS, or Vascular Sonography (VS) registration issued by ARRT, or Vascular Specialist (RVS) registration issued by CCI, each to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader determines it is not required; Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-AE) registration with Adult Echo issued by ARDMS, or Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) registration issued by CCI, each to be obtained within 18 months unless department leader determines it is not required; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by AHA, to be obtained within 6 months; No experience required; Competency in all general and/or vascular sonographic procedures routinely performed in the hiring department; Ability to use independent judgment to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings; Knowledge of aseptic techniques; Ability to effectively communicate with patients and caregivers using excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Knowledge of and adherence to department, facility and organization policies and protocols; Ability to prioritize, work independently and manage simultaneous assignments; Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance, push/pull with 30 lbs. of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; Must have clear speech, vision and hearing

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance