Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).
Pay Range:
$43.50 - $56.84
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20
Position Overview
20 HOURS/WEEK
Performs all ultrasound procedures according to department procedures and established protocols. Performs fetal exams including but not limited to: 1st trimester ultrasound exam, nuchal translucency measurement, 2nd trimester detailed anatomic survey, 3rd trimester ultrasound exam, full and limited fetal echocardiography, maternal and fetal Doppler (MCA, umbilical artery, ductus venous, and uterine artery), and biophysical profile.
Performs and accurately documents the appropriate images for the study indicated in order to provide the physician with comprehensive views to give an accurate interpretive report
Educates, assists, and communicates effectively with patients and their families in difficult and anxious settings and provides appropriate and supportive patient care
Assumes responsibility for rotating on-call for weekends and holidays plus on call for week days after regular working hours.
Demonstrates proficiency in Radiology and hospital systems and computer applications to include but not limited to: ordering tests, cancelling tests, retrieval of patient information, change orders, tracking patients and images, and charging exams
Provides portable ultrasounds at bedside as requested by attending physicians.
Assists and educates students, new perinatal ultrasonographers and other staff members that need assistance.
Assists Perinatologist with various invasive outpatient procedures (ie: Amniocentesis/CVS).
Independently assists physicians with operating room guidance of surgical procedure
Review patient chart, physicians’ order/diagnosis, and the results of previous diagnostic studies as appropriate and records patient’s personal and medical information on history sheets.
Troubleshoots equipment effectively and reports equipment failures to the biomedical department.
Record images using proper identification information and sends results of sonography to physician for interpretation. May discuss test results with physician or request physician to personally view screen image.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
Prepare and stock work area as required to perform procedures as assigned/requested. Assure a safe and clean environment for patients at all times. Secure and return supplies. Maintain room stock.
Maintains Trophon room according to policy and procedure.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited school of ultrasonography to include education for general and perinatal procedures. ARDMS OB/GYN required.
Demonstrates familiarity with AIUM standard OB exam and ultrasound equipment.
AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Frequent physical demands include: Bending , Reaching forward , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard…