Overview:
We invite you to join the Pediatrix family and help shape the future of health care!
Responsibilities:
- Prepares patients for ultrasound examination.
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Prepares patients for physicians.
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Explains procedures to the patient prior to the commencement of the testing and provides patient education related to medical ultrasound.
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Explains procedures to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
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Ensures the appropriate consent and/or declinations are obtained.
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Conducts ultrasonic diagnostic procedures and records anatomical, pathological and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
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Assists physician during invasive procedures requiring ultrasound guidance.
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Maintains patient confidentiality.
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Maintains patient charts and records, and records and processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
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Code appropriately for services performed; submit completed billing work sheets daily.
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Notify Patient Service Associate of additional services performed which require authorization.
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Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action.
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Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
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Maintain archives/records scans.
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Maintains effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
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Acts in a non-directive, non-judgmental manner, recognizing an individual’s religious, ethical, and moral opinions/beliefs.
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Recognizes ethical, legal and professional issues inherent in providing care to pregnant women.
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Comply with safety and security training and OSHA standards/regulations.
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Complete all required Compliance Training.
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Participates in staff development, in-service workshops and educational activities.
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Participates in professional development activities and meetings
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Maintains professional affiliations.
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Performs other assigned duties as directed
Qualifications:
- An individual must possess a current/valid certification in diagnostic ultrasound.
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Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job training in ultrasonography, or completion of an approved ultrasonography educational program.
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Maintain or be eligible for certification the American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
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Must provide evidence of continuing education credits to fulfill accreditation requirements.
Benefits and Compensation:
Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents:
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Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
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Progyny Fertility Benefits
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Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
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401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan**
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) – 15% discount*
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Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
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Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
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Employee Optional Life and AD&D
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Short & Long Term Disability
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Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
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Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Parental Leave Benefit
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Sick Pay Bank
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Group Aflac Policies
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Identity Theft Protection
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Employee Charitable Fund
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Care.com
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Continuing Education Assistance
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Various Discount Programs
- Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit
**Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over
About Us:
Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.
Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: www.pediatrix.com/careers.
Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.