Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Sonographer, Casual

Position Overview

Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Sonographer in our OB Testing Diagnostic Lab. This casual position will pick up day shifts. The role performs specialized obstetric and gynecologic diagnostic ultrasound scanning procedures to take anatomical images demonstrating normal and abnormal fetal and gynecologic anatomy. The sonographer reports preliminary findings to the Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist and participates in the education of healthcare providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs high-risk obstetric ultrasounds with Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists including first trimester ultrasounds, detailed first-trimester fetal anatomy assessments, comprehensive fetal anatomy assessments in the second and third trimesters, transvaginal ultrasounds, maternal and fetal doppler studies (including umbilical and middle cerebral artery dopplers), antenatal fetal surveillance, and 3D/4D imaging.
• Conducts ultrasounds on patients with high BMI in pregnancy, multifetal gestations, nuchal translucency and nasal bone assessments, and cervical length evaluations.
• Uses accurate clinical judgment during sonographic exams to differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
• Employs cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt imaging studies and antenatal surveillance based on anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic information.
• Analyzes obtained images, synthesizes sonographic information alongside clinical history, and communicates findings to the Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician and other care team members including Registered Nurses and Genetic Counselors.
• Assists the Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician in performing diagnostic and therapeutic fetal procedures such as amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, fetal fluid drainage, fetal injections, fetal blood sampling, and transfusion.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety and ensures both mental and physical comfort during sonographic examinations.
• Educates and communicates effectively with patients and their families regarding procedures and treatments, providing emotionally supportive and culturally appropriate care.
• Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department, including maintenance and cleaning/sterilization of ultrasound equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and notifies appropriate personnel to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitors inventory and supplies to assure uninterrupted workflow in the department.
• Establishes and maintains ethical and professional relationships with hospital staff, referral or commercial agencies, ensuring confidentiality of all work information.
• Coordinates with staff in the Maternal-Fetal Medicine unit and referring providers to ensure appropriate, patient-centered care.
• Provides ultrasound skill training for technologist students, medical students, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Radiology residents, and Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellows.
• Coordinates work schedules with departmental supervisors or the scheduling desk to ensure workload coverage.
• Adheres to practice standards as outlined in the American Society of Radiologic Technicians (ASRT) sonography practice standards.
• Maintains practice standards as defined by The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) accreditation.