Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sanford USD Medical Center Sioux Falls

Job Opportunity: MFM Sonographer

Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a highly trained MFM Sonographer with intricate OB skills to perform a variety of obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound exams in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The position involves working closely with perinatologists and providing both high-risk and low-risk obstetrical ultrasounds, as well as gynecological exams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform OB/GYN exams including:

  • Transvaginal dating scans
  • Nuchal translucency
  • Anatomical surveys (low and high risk)
  • Follow-up growth scans
  • Biophysical profiles (BPPs)
  • Umbilical artery and middle cerebral artery dopplers
  • Possible fetal echocardiograms
  • Transvaginal gynecological evaluations
  • Follicular exams
  • Saline infusion sonograms
  • Ultrasound-guided procedures (e.g., IUD insertions)
• Use EPIC (Radiant) and AS OB/GYN software for structured reporting
• Participate in outreach services requiring travel with the team

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 5 days per week
• Typical shifts: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (8 hours) or four 10-hour days (6:45 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.)
• No weekends or on-call required
• Day off varies depending on staffing needs

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in OB/GYN sonography
• High-risk obstetrical experience of 2 years is desirable but not required
• Experience with multiples and detecting birth defects
• Knowledge of detailed or targeted anatomical surveys, including fetal heart evaluation per AIUM protocol
• RMDS certification in OB/GYN
• Current BLS certification
• NT certification by Fetal Medicine Foundation or NTQR
• Voluson E10 equipment experience is a plus but not required

Orientation & Training

• 2-week orientation under direct supervision and mentorship of a preceptor
• Training on protocols, workflows, EMR (EPIC), and structured reporting (AS OB/GYN software)

Work Environment

• 8 diagnostic ultrasound rooms equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and high-low exam tables
• Work alongside 15 registered sonographers and two perinatologists
• Accredited by AIUM
• Friendly, clean, team-oriented environment focused on excellence in patient care

Additional Notes

• Outreach services require travel with the team using rental cars and/or airplanes
• Local placements within an 80-mile radius

Prior Travel Experience

• Travel required for outreach services; prior travel experience is not explicitly stated as required

This position is ideal for a sonographer with strong OB/GYN skills looking to work in a supportive, high-quality maternal-fetal medicine setting.