OB/GYN Sonographer
Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Sonographers use imaging devices that emit sound waves to create the image that will help physicians assess and diagnose various conditions. The Sonographer in this role will work within the OB/GYN Institute’s ultrasound department.
A caregiver in this position works 8:00AM – 4:30PM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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Perform high quality ultrasound exams according to the AIUM guidelines within the OB GYN Institute ultrasound department at our hospital and family health center locations.
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If working within MFM: perform obstetric ultrasounds on patients to include high risk patients. MFM ultrasound exams include nuchal translucency, anatomy, BPP’s, growth scans, cervical lengths, MCA dopplers, UA dopplers, assisting with amniocentesis, CVS, and other procedures requested by the fetal care team.
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If working within GYN/REI: perform gynecologic exams and assist with procedures on patients including TA/TV pelvic ultrasounds, endometriosis studies, SIS and HyCOSy procedures, IVF monitoring’s, transfers and early OB scans.
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Accurately complete reports, communicate findings and assist physicians with procedures.
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Teach and train sonographers, students, fellows, and residents and attend educational department meetings.
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Review patient history prior to exam.
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Communicate exam process to patients.
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Ensure patient comfort and safety.
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Monitor templates/schedule for ultrasound appointments.
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Ensure emergent ultrasounds are done in a timely manner.
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Complete end of day transmission of images and archive.
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Rotate to sites as needed within the Institute.
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Assist in new investigative techniques, procedures, and equipment.
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Maintain knowledge in the field and CME’s.
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RDMS must be maintained in good standing.
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Complete at least five patient exams in each of the 9 OB/MFM competencies and at least five patient exams in each of the 9 GYN/REI competencies within six months of hire.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and in good standing.
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Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Must obtain RDMS registry in OB/GYN within one year of hire.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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One year of OBGYN women’s health ultrasound experience or three years of ultrasound experience.
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Physical Requirements:
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Requires standing and walking to extended periods of time.
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Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
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Must be able to travel and get to scheduled locations.
Personal Protective Equipment:
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Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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