Perinatal Sonographer for High-Risk OB Practice

Perinatal Sonographer for High-Risk OB Practice

Join one of Manhattan's most esteemed high-risk obstetrics practices as a Perinatal Sonographer. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic, collaborative team environment, focusing on providing superior care and achieving outstanding outcomes for patients in a dignified and respectful manner. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, technologically advanced setting, and is committed to excellence in fetal and maternal care.

Salary: $52.68 - $57.48 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed fetal ultrasound examinations to assess fetal development and health.
• Manage ultrasound equipment, ensuring proper use, maintenance, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in specialized procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS).
• Collaborate with obstetricians and perinatologists to interpret sonographic data and communicate findings effectively.
• Provide pre- and post-diagnostic counseling, and support to patients during sonographic examinations.
• Implement patient management plans in consultation with healthcare practitioners based on sonographic findings.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Must be a registered RDMS in OB/GYN.
• Must have NT (Nuchal Translucency) and NB (Nasal Bone) Certification.
• At least 2 years' experience in a related sonography position.
• Strong knowledge and experience in high-risk obstetrics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with diverse patient populations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with amniocentesis and CVS procedures.
• Fetal Echocardiography certification.
• Demonstrated patient-centered approach with an emphasis on providing empathetic and knowledgeable care.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary team settings.
• Prior experience in a clinic or hospital environment specialized in maternal-fetal medicine.

Skills:

• Expert handling and operation of ultrasonographic equipment.
• Detailed anatomical and physiological knowledge of fetal and maternal bodies.
• Solid critical thinking abilities to analyze sonographs and make informed clinical suggestions.
• Adept at managing patient data and maintaining accurate medical records.
• Strong organizational skills to cope with a potentially high number of patients.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive union benefits including health, dental and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification courses.
• Supportive and collegial work environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art technology and facilities.
• Stable employment with standard work hours and no weekend shifts.