Maternal-Fetal Medicine Sonographer
Boston, Massachusetts
Brigham and Women's Hospital

Job Opportunity: MFM Sonographer (Travel)

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Description

As an MFM (Maternal-Fetal Medicine) Sonographer, you will perform comprehensive obstetric ultrasounds including:

• First trimester scans (NT, early anatomy)
• Detailed second- and third-trimester anatomy surveys
• Growth and biophysical profiles (BPP)
• Multiple gestations
• Cervical length assessment
• Placental evaluation/PAS
• Doppler studies (umbilical artery, MCA, ductus venosus)

High-Risk & Specialized Exams

• Evaluate complex maternal and fetal conditions
• Identify abnormal findings
• Support fetal therapy and invasive procedures (sonographers do not perform or guide procedures such as amniocentesis, CVS, PUBS, or selective fetal reduction)

Patient Care

• Provide compassionate care to patients with high-risk pregnancies
• Explain procedures within scope of practice
• Maintain patient privacy and emotional sensitivity

Documentation & Workflow

• Acquire high-quality diagnostic images
• Complete measurements accurately
• Enter exam data into EMR/PACS systems
• Ensure studies meet accreditation standards (AIUM/ACR)

Collaboration

• Work closely with MFM physicians, radiologists, nurses, genetic counselors, and support staff
• Participate in multidisciplinary care coordination

Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Sonographer (MFM)
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience consistent with specialized MFM sonography (typically 2+ years recommended)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (no mention of prior travel experience requirement)
• Licensure: Valid Sonographer license/certification as required by Massachusetts regulations

Required Certifications and Health Requirements

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA preferred (Red Cross accepted in some cases)
• Professional License Verification: Primary source verification required; MA Conditional Licenses not accepted
• N95 Fit Test: Must be completed within 365 days prior to start and updated annually
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): Documentation of vaccination or immunity required
• Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 15); no exemptions allowed
• TB Test: Documentation of negative TB skin test or blood test within 3 months of start date; updated if >6 month break
• Health Statement: Physician statement within 365 days of start date, updated if >6 month break
• Criminal Background Checks: Including Massachusetts CORI, national sex offender registry, and exclusion checks
• Additional Health Requirements: Hepatitis B vaccination strongly preferred, Tdap vaccine preferred, respirator medical clearance attestation required if fit test needed

Documentation and Submission Requirements

• Recent color photo (within 6 months), professional headshot without glasses
• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state
• Two professional references within 4 years, including at least one supervisor or higher
• Skills checklist completed within 1 year
• Confirmation of assignment/POI form upon acceptance
• Education verification (highest level achieved)
• Social Security Number trace and exclusion checks
• Candidate submission coversheet for initial assignment

This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity, specialized maternal-fetal medicine environment with a multidisciplinary team, providing advanced obstetric imaging and support for complex pregnancies.