Pediatrix Medical Group Jacksonville , FL 32277
Posted 4 weeks ago
Overview
We have an exciting career opportunity for a Casual part time sonographer with MFM experience at our Regional Obstetric Consultants, a busy, 8 provider MFM practice with 3 offices located in beautiful Jacksonville, Florida. Here's a few fun facts about the city of Jacksonville:
A humid subtropical climate with temperatures ranging from 60 F in the winter to 90 F during the summer
With miles of coastline, it has some of the best beaches in Florida, including Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach and Neptune Beach
Home to more than 300 parks, including the largest urban park system in America, residents and visitors can enjoy numerous outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, kayaking, boating and golfing
Lower cost of living than many cities in the state, making it an affordable place to work and live
Home to the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars and minor league baseball team, Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
Numerous museums and cultural institutions, such as the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and the Museum of Science and History
Home to several colleges and universities, including the University of North Florida and Jacksonville University
A diverse food scene, with various restaurants serving local seafood, Southern cuisine and international favorites
"I enjoy working for Pediatrix because all the doctors and staff are great. We all come together for our common goal of providing excellent patient care. If you love a great working environment and working together as a team, Pediatrix is for you."
Boyd Mathew, Sonographer, Pediatrix Medical Group
Responsibilities
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer provides diagnostic ultrasound tests for patients. The diagnostic medical sonographer works with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Escorts patient and family to and from examination room.
Explains exam to patient and family prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
Acquires anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
Maintains patient charts and records, and records/processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
Creates a preliminary report for physician review/signature.
Reviews studies with physicians.
Assists physician with procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
Codes appropriate for services performed.
Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment.
Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
Maintains laundry for examination rooms.
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.
Follows and complies with universal precautions and OSHA standards.
Follows and complies with safety and security training.
Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.
Qualifications
Candidates must be ARDMS certified in OB/Gyn.
Nuchal translucency/Nasal bone experience preferred, but not required.
Fetal echo experience a plus, but not required.
Candidate must be a great team player, willing to learn with our group of sonographers and physicians who work well together.
Our practice follows AIUM guidelines and is accredited in OB and detailed scans, as well as fetal echocardiography.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPR certification required.
Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job- training in ultrasonography, or completion of an approved ultrasonography educational program.
Benefits and Compensation
Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:
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.
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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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