Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (NWA)

Overview:Located in Northwest Arkansas
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the performance of high quality ultrasound studies related to high-risk obstetrical ultrasound imaging for all Institute for Digital Health and Innovation (IDHI) sites across the state of Arkansas. They will aid in the overall diagnosis and high quality care of the mother and fetus. This position requires the sonographer to join alongside the academic achievement of students, residents and fellows.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving the health, health care, and well-being of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Salary offered commensurate with experience.Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed first trimester OB ultrasound imaging
• Perform first trimester screening and nuchal translucency ultrasound.
• Perform general and high-risk targeted 2nd and 3rd trimester OB ultrasound imaging; Singleton and multiple gestation pregnancies
• Perform Gyn ultrasound studies (transabdominal and transvaginal)
• Obtains, reviews, and integrates pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimal diagnostic results.
• Identify aneuploidy markers and fetal anomalies, and make independent MFM defined protocol decisions based on the findings. Inform Perinatologist of findings when necessary.
• Assists in procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling guidance
• Middle Cerebral Artery, Umbilical Artery and Ductus Venous Ultrasounds
• 3D/4D imaging and manipulation
• Perform quality and compassionate patient care in order to ensure patient cooperation, safety and satisfaction.
• Maintains sonographic and other equipment in efficient operating order; assists with preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis
• Must have the ability to work well with others, acts as a team member. Ability to work independently and engage in critical thinking to improve the quality of care.
• Provides accurate room preparation and instructions to patient / family according to the procedure and physically prepares patient for examination, which includes explaining the imaging procedure and answers pertinent procedural questions and provides patient education related to ultrasound procedure.
• Participates in various teaching and/or learning opportunities in order to further his/her own personal knowledge and to assist in expanding the knowledge of others.
• Provide outreach to new and past sites through site assessments.
• Complete sonography assessments and competencies.
• Ensure images from community sites integrate into viewpoint system in a timely manner.
• Provide ongoing support to Sonographer staff: one on one sonographer training and consults as needed.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED
• Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
• ARDMS registered or registry eligible
• First Advanced Certification by the ARDMS must be obtained within 12 months from date of hire.
• Second Advanced Certification by the ARDMS must be obtained within 24 months of date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree
• One (1) or more years of experience
• Advanced Certification by the ARDMS
• Experience in OB ultrasound or Perinatal Sonography is required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Physical Requirements: Stand: Occasionally
Sit: Occasionally
Walk: Occasionally
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, or reach overhead: Occasionally
Lift, push, pull, carry weight: 11 - 25 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle, or feel: Occasionally
Talk: Frequently
Hear: Frequently
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Frequently
Physical Environment: Inside Classroom Setting, Inside Medical Facility Environment, Inside Office Environment
Noise Level: Moderate
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
Hazards: None