MFM Sonographer Educator II - Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
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Job Summary
The MFM Sonographer Educator II is a sonographer who plays a vital role in maternal-fetal medicine by performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures. This position requires an intermediate knowledge base, technical skills, and understanding of maternal-fetal medicine ultrasound. Operating under physician supervision, the MFM Sonographer Educator II provides essential clinical information for patient diagnosis and treatment, while also ensuring the highest standards of care. In addition to direct patient care, this role is responsible for mentoring, training, and guiding ultrasound learners by developing and implementing best practices. The MFM Sonographer Educator II actively contributes to quality improvement and patient experience initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Specialized Training/Licensure:
a. Associates Degree (graduate of an accredited medical sonography program)
b. Basic Life Support from approved American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Program
c. American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography RDMS in OBGYN specialty
d. Cervical length certification (Preferred)
Work Experience:
Two (2) Years of Experience in MFM ultrasound scanning.
Communication Skills:
Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
Writing/ Correspondence
Writing/ Reports
Job Attributes
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Analytical Abilities
Medical Terminology Knowledge
Work Schedule:
Flexible
Equipment Operated:
Ultrasound scanners, PACS, RIS and related clinical equipment
Core Competencies:
1.Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations and effective communication with clinicians, patients, staff, and learners.
2.Works independently and collaboratively, adapting to changing work volumes, emergencies, and diverse clinical settings.
3.Applies sound judgment, logic, and analytical skills to achieve optimal ultrasound imaging results.
4.Operates and troubleshoots a variety of ultrasound equipment efficiently to produce high-quality images.
5.Performs MFM ultrasound studies including intermediate techniques (3D/4D, neurosonology) and reports findings with minimal supervision by APS Supervisor or Manager.
6.Follows perinatal guidelines, adheres to departmental protocols, and complies with AIUM standards.
7.Functions as a buddy and educator, teaching sonographer students, medical students, and residents, and accurately documenting competencies.
8.Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume, emergencies, staffing, location, scheduling and coverage.
9.Engages in research projects, quality improvement programs, and patient experience initiatives.
10.Maintains professional development, including meeting ARDMS continuing education requirements and consistently achieving QA scores of 80% or greater.