Fetal Diagnostic Sonographer MFM I Days I $10k Sign on bonus

MFM SonographerThe MFM Sonographer will perform a variety of complex detailed obstetrical exams and guidance for procedures providing high quality imaging for interpretation and diagnosis by a Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician/Interventionalist.Position highlights include:$10,000 bonus for full-time positions.Relocation assistanceIndustry competitive rates.M-F 7:00am-3:30pm or 7:30am-4:00pm - No call, no weekends.Located at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.Fetal Echo experience preferred.The sign-on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past twelve months. The sign-on bonus is only available for full-time positions.Essential functions include:As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Perinatal Sonographer, guided by established AIUM and department protocols, clinical assessment and patient's medical history, obtains high quality comprehensive imaging studies and effectively communicates findings to the Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician.Able to identify normal from abnormal ultrasound images and holds knowledge of various fetal anomalies including CDH, CPAM, TTTS, CHD, gastroschisis, etc.Perform ultrasound guidance for minor invasive procedures including amniocentesis, CVS, vesicocentesis, thoracentesis, fetal fluid drainage, etc.Demonstrate proficient skills in 2D, 3D, Doppler and Color Doppler imaging.Proficient operation of ultrasound equipment using correct parameters based on gestational age and diagnosis.Demonstrate proficient skills in advanced 3D imaging and rendering.Calculate measurements, formulas and ratios with correct annotations and enter into PACS reporting system.Provide outstanding patient care with consideration of diagnosis and psychosocial support.Technical capabilities include:Compliance (Intermediate): Demonstrates knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations and apply them in difficult, stressful and complex situations. Able to interpret and explain rules and regulations that are ambiguous or unclear. Directs others in interpreting rules and regulations on the job and trains others in them.People Management (Fundamental Awareness): Understands the need for motivation, job satisfaction, performance feedback and communication. Demonstrates the ability to work well with others and build effective relationships. Distributes work assignments fairly, clearly defining tasks, roles and responsibilities. Establishes a positive work environment. Keeps people focused on the "big picture" and motivates them to perform at a high level.Patient Documentation (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of patient documentation in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering patient documentation services without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving technical instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.Radiology (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of radiology services in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.Anatomy & Physiology Knowledge (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of anatomy and physiology knowledge in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.Core accountabilities include:Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance.Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.Core capabilities include:Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences.Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them.Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring.Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.Fosters Innovation: Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.Position qualifications include:Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Certification - OthersRelevant Work Experience2 yearsGraduate of an approved discipline specific programVanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.