Maternal-Fetal Ob/Gyn Sonographer
Stamford, Connecticut
Stamford Hospital

Job Opportunity: ARDMS Ob/Gyn Sonographer (Travel/Contract)

Location: Stamford, Connecticut
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Ob/Gyn Sonography)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Full-time ARDMS Ob/Gyn certified sonographer position in a high-risk/Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) unit.
• Work in a high-volume, AIUM accredited community hospital setting with advanced prenatal diagnosis and gynecologic evaluations.
• Responsibilities include covering patients from an active labor floor and testing unit.
• Collaborate closely with Maternal Fetal Medicine and Reproductive Genetic specialists and nurses.
• Participate in teaching Ob/Gyn residents and medical students.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• ARDMS certification in Ob/Gyn is mandatory.
• Ability to perform complete gynecologic and obstetric scans with physician available for immediate review.
• Ability to assist physicians with procedures such as CVS, amniocentesis, and sonohysterogram.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, but implied experience in High Risk/MFM unit required (assume minimum 1+ years in specialty).
• Prior travel experience: Not specified as required.

Work Schedule

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Certifications and Licenses Required

• ARDMS Ob/Gyn certification (mandatory).
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred for Cardiology-related roles.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required for all clinical/patient-facing jobs.
• State license verification (Connecticut) must be active and unencumbered.
• Radiology tech certification verification (ARRT) required within 30 days prior to start.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year nationwide criminal, state, and national checks, SSN trace, and sex offender registry.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG verifications required within 30 days prior to start.
• Education verification of highest level completed.
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start.
• Physical exam or statement of health within 1 year prior to start.
• Fit mask test required for clinical positions.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap highly preferred)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (annual requirement)
  • Proof of MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive IGG titers
  • Hepatitis B immunity or declination/booster series
  • Varicella vaccinations or positive IGG titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (mandatory by 11/1)
• COVID-19 vaccine exemptions accepted with proper documentation and compliance with PPE and symptom screening.

Competency Exams and Documentation

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam (for applicable RN roles).
• Color blind testing for clinical roles involved in point-of-care testing.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam for applicable RN specialties.
• Core competency exams for RN/LPN/CNA candidates.
• Facility-specific documents and clear, passport-style photo required.
• Up-to-date resume including last 7 years of employment with references.
• Skills checklist current within the last year.
• Work history verification for last two employers.

Additional Notes

• This position involves working in a team environment with specialists and teaching responsibilities.
• The contract length is 13 weeks.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and healthcare workers considering this ARDMS Ob/Gyn Sonographer travel contract position in Stamford, CT.