OB-Nuchal Translucency Sonographer Technologist- Tysons Corner- Part Time- $5k Incentive eligible Job Listing at Kaiser Permanente in Mc Lean, VA (Job ID 3438756-2024-05-03)

Description

Job Summary:
Performing basic obstetric and pelvic diagnostic ultrasound procedures, including: portable imaging, transvaginal ultrasounds, and biophysical profiles.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Greets patient, explains ultrasound procedure, and answers questions.


• Selects the appropriate machine and probe to be used to obtain diagnostic information requested by referring physician.


• Assist OB physicians in performing diagnostic Nuchal Translucency ultrasound procedures. Assisting Perinatologist in performing invasive procedures, i.e., amniocentesis and sonohysterograms.


• Applies gel to patients skin, applies probe, and monitors equipment to obtain ultra-sound images.


• Produces and evaluate ultrasound images and related data that are used by OB/GYN physician to render a medical diagnosis.


• Prepares initial diagnosis by identifying abnormal conditions for review by OB/GYN physician.


• Uses ultrasound equipment to assist providers to conduct invasive procedures.


• Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.


• Prepares patient information files with patient identification, date of exam, referring physician, and exam performed.


• Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of examinations conducted.


• Performs other related duties as directed.

• Minimum two (2) years of full time experience as an OB Ultrasound Sonographer required.


• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

• Completion of an ARDMS accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology required.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Abdomen OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Ob-Gyn

• Basic Life Support
  

• Nuchal Translucency Certification Certificate
  

• Knowledge of ultrasound techniques and practices.
• Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
• Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization.
• Ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with members and coworkers.
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel to other Medical Center.
• Performing various patients positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques.
• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
• May be required to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.
• Must have Visual and auditory acuity.
• Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

• Graduation from an AMA approved program in diagnostic ultrasound technology preferred.