Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.   

It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Work Shift

Day - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America)

Department

7198 KH Medical Clinic - Maternal Fetal Medicine

The MFM Sonographer I operates and executes ultrasound procedures with expert knowledge of the capability of each ultrasound unit and the ability to perform any and all ultrasound procedures expertly. This includes skills in operating and performing various tasks in preparing, executing, and completing procedures within their ultrasound environment. This would include proper order review, basic and advanced ultrasound skills, and excellent patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS

License /Certification

Required:

BLS

Must obtain Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer-Obstetrics and Gynecology (RDMS-OB/GYN) within two years of hire/transfer. Failure to receive registration within this time frame will result in termination of employment.

Education

Required: Successful completion from a formal sonography program (minimum 18-month program) or proof of enrollment (with transcripts).

Experience

Required: Clinical experience gained during a formal educational program.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Working towards proficiency in all ultrasound modalities:

Obstetric Ultrasound

Transvaginal Ultrasound

Evaluation of maternal uterus and adnexa including fibroids and cysts

Evaluation of fetal viability and early pregnancy location (ectopic and cesarean scar pregnancy)

Evaluation of fetal number and chorionicity/amnionicity

Evaluation of amniotic fluid volume MVP and AFI

Evaluation of placental location and appearance, including for placenta previa and for

accreta spectrum disorder

First-trimester detailed anatomic survey, including twins and triplets

Measurement of nuchal translucency

Second/third trimester detailed anatomic survey, including twins and triplets

Evaluation of fetal growth

Monitoring of monochorionic twin pregnancies for TTTS and TAPS

Performance of biophysical profile

Measurement of PR interval

Communicate critical and pertinent information to MFM

Fetal Neurosonography studies

Evaluation of fetal vascular studies

Evaluation of umbilical artery doppler studies

Evaluation of middle cerebral arty doppler studies

Evaluation of ductus venosus Dopplers

Placenta accreta spectrum disorder studies

Evaluate patient referral, prior records, OB notes and hospital records for pertinent information.

Accurately and thoroughly complete the sonographer preliminary report, documenting all findings and required elements

Select and enter appropriate CPT and ICD10 codes for the exam based on the study performed and clinical indication in accordance with department guidelines.

Understanding and proper application of ALARA, Doppler principles, and image optimization techniques

Procedures:

Ultrasound-guided Amniocentesis

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential

Performs ultrasound examinations, operating equipment according to procedure, scanning patient, and obtaining clear precise images for radiologist MFM interpretation. Quality scans completed no need for exams to be completed.

Thoroughly explains to patient the exam to be performed.

Obtains, reviews and records all pertinent clinical information prior to exam. Always ensures that an adequate clinical history is available to correlate with the ultrasound exam being performed. Regularly consults with others as necessary to obtain a complete clinical history.

Provides protection according to prescribed safety standards. Always inspects all equipment for physical, electrical and mechanical hazards and reports all hazards promptly.

Prevents cross contamination, using appropriate means. Always keeps work area clean and in a sanitary condition, disinfects all exposed surfaces after use. Follows infection control procedures as set forth in manual.

May assist in procedures not routinely taught.

Attends departmental staff and technologist meetings routinely.

Attends educational seminars as staffing allows and reports education gained to manager.

Sends images to PACS when appropriate. Is familiar with and able to assist physicians in viewing images on PACS.

Develops and maintains good working relationships with all members of the hospital, medical staff, and community.

Assists in administering first aid as necessary. Maintains current Basic Life Support certification.

Completes exams and transfers patients in a timely manner.

Utilizes time in an efficient manner. Consistently on time and ready to work, does not require wake up time.

Assists other members of the shift with patient assignments.

Fully understands and complies with ensuring proper security of medications.

May have access to cabinets that house emergency medication kits, contrast reaction kits, commercially prepared kits, and to prepare and label medications that are provided to licensed personnel authorized to administer.

Responsible for maintaining PAR Levels and currency of dates on supplies and medications they stock.

Additional

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range

$45.53 -$68.30

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.