Sonographer

Job Overview

Capital Women's Care provides total women's healthcare at the highest medical and ethical standards. This is a great opportunity to join one of the best OB/GYN practices in the area and a dynamic team. Capital Women's Care is a 150 group of OB/GYNs located throughout Greater Washington, DC, Northern Virginia and Maryland. We are seeking a Sonographer who strives to aid the practice in providing diagnostic imaging and monitoring prenatal and gynecological conditions for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate OB/GYN ultrasound procedures and scans of internal organs, tissues, and blood flow.
• Analyze and evaluate images assessing the quality and clarity of images.
• Prepare exam rooms and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Effectively communicate and prepare patients for exams by explaining procedures and answering questions and concerns.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate records of ultrasound procedures, including patient data, images, and relevant information.
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding electronic and paper medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential.
• Maintain equipment for proper sterilization and functionality.

Requirements

• Education: Associates degree or equivalent from 2-year college or technical school.
• Certifications: Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• 2 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical office setting, preferably in an OB/GYN setting.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology, particularly related to obstetrics and gynecology.
• Proficiency in ultrasound techniques, including 2D, 3D, and Doppler, and understanding of how sound waves interact with tissues to optimize imaging.
• Knowledge of patient privacy laws, safety protocols, and infection control standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively relay diagnostic findings to patients and physicians.
• Skilled in patient care, ensuring comfort and providing emotional support during procedures.
• Ability to detect subtle abnormalities in ultrasound images and provide accurate information.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and position patients appropriately for scans.
• Strong problem-solving skills to improve image quality and enhance the patient experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

CWC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status. If you are selected for further consideration, you will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening. Flu vaccination is a required condition of employment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. This job description has been approved by all levels of management.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Manassas, VA 20110 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Manassas, VA 20110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person