Perinatal Ultrasound technician Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana

Job Description:

Your job is more than a job. Is this the role you are looking for If so read on for moredetails, and make sure to apply today. As a critical member of the women’s health diagnostics team,Perinatal Ultrasound Technologists (or baby sonographers) get thatfirst look at an unborn fetus. Using your analytical and criticalthinking skills to problem-solve, you focus on every task producingimages that shed light on OB-GYN and perinatal conditions. As youperform amniocentesis, chorionic villi sampling, and other MaternalFetal Medicine procedures, you realize the privilege that comeswith being a witness to a woman’s personal healthcare moments.

Respecting privacy is tops on your list. Day in and day out, you consider it an honor to share the smiles,tears, laughter, anxiety, and hope. Through it all, you maintainyour professionalism and embrace your patients with compassion andempathy. It’s what makes you extraordinary and it’s what makes usexcited that you are considering joining our healthcarecommunity. Your experiences, your knowledge, your skills, your empathy, yourcompassion, and your personality, all of it adds up to you. Andwe’re excited to get to know you and find out what you’ll bring tothis personal diagnostic imaging role. Your Everyday Demonstrate proficient technical skills and knowledge in use of allultrasound/sonography equipment, protocols, procedures andproducing quality imaging of internal organs. Perform transabdominal and transvaginal scans to obtain detailedfetal anatomic exams, umbilical artery and middle cerebral arteryDoppler studies, biophysical profiles, nuchal translucency exams,2D/3D imaging studies, and cervical lengths. Expand the scope of examination according to any abnormalityidentified Select appropriate transducer and settings for the study. Assistwith invasive procedures such as amniocentesis, chorionic villisampling, and other MFM procedures and monitor patient’s vitalsigns. Review physician orders with the Radiologist to ensure the properexamination and diagnostic results. Prepare and review procedure with patient to obtain clinicalhistory/informed consent, educate, ease anxiety, answer questionsand address concerns to ensure patient cooperation. Recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere withexams and take appropriate action for a positive outcome. Maintain knowledge of fetal anatomy and fetal circulatory system,evaluate critical test findings, and review anatomic details andabnormalities with radiologists if needed. Maintain inventory of supplies and orders as needed. Maintain equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safecondition to ensure the safety of the patients and employees. Check and inspect the suite, clean and assess equipment daily forphysical or mechanical hazards immediately reporting dangerousconditions to the appropriate team member. Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistentcommunications, and an exceptional experience for everypatient. Verify all images and documentation are sent to the MFM electronicdocumentation.

The Must-Haves Minimum:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Sonography. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Sonography certification – Fetal Nuchal Translucency Certification- Fetal Medicine Foundation Current American Heart Association Basic Life Supportcertification 1 year of MFM sonography in an outpatient setting.

WORK SHIFT

Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, ourbranches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing thebest possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana andbeyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare alongthe way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusionand a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMCHealth’s culture of everyday extraordinary About East Jefferson General Hospital East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’sincredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital forhealth, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parishfor over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatestpotential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and ourlegacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse MagnetHospital. Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you – because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualifiedapplicants receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation,gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, orany other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general natureand level of the work being performed by people assigned to thiswork. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties andresponsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend andchange responsibilities to meet organizational needs asnecessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately completethe application for employment. Incomplete applications get boggeddown and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information onyour application to verify your previous employment andbackground. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications areinactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new applicationfor employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship orimmigration status will be required to verify your lawful right towork in the United States.