Sonographer - Maternal Fetal Medicine
Company: UCHealth
Location: Peyton
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Location: UCHealth Memorial Hosp Central - Colorado
Springs, CO Department: MFM FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per
pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $40.40 - $56.56 / hour. Pay
is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Job Summary: The
Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Sonographer is a highly skilled
diagnostic imaging professional specializing in advanced obstetric
ultrasound. Working in collaboration with Maternal Fetal Medicine
physicians, perinatologists, genetic counselors, and
multidisciplinary care teams, the MFM Sonographer performs detailed
fetal and maternal imaging to support the diagnosis, monitoring,
and management of high-risk pregnancies. This role requires
advanced technical proficiency in fetal anatomy scanning, Doppler
studies, and specialized procedures, as well as strong clinical
judgment, attention to detail, and compassionate patient care. The
MFM Sonographer plays a critical role in optimizing maternal and
fetal outcomes through accurate imaging, thorough documentation,
and effective communication with providers and patients.
Responsibilities: - Perform advanced obstetric ultrasound
examinations, including first, second, and third trimester detailed
fetal anatomy scans. - Conduct specialized MFM studies such as
nuchal translucency measurements, fetal echocardiography,
biophysical profiles, cervical length assessments, growth scans,
and Doppler evaluations (umbilical artery, MCA, ductus venosus,
uterine artery). - Assist physicians with ultrasound-guided
procedures, including amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling
(CVS), fetal blood sampling, and other invasive diagnostic or
therapeutic interventions. - Accurately capture, analyze, and
document sonographic findings in accordance with MFM protocols and
established guidelines (e.g., AIUM/ACOG standards). - Recognize and
promptly report abnormal findings, fetal anomalies, and maternal
complications to the interpreting physician. - Maintain detailed
and timely electronic medical records and image archiving within
PACS systems. - Ensure patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality
throughout all procedures while providing compassionate support to
patients experiencing high-risk pregnancies. - Educate patients
regarding exam procedures, address questions within scope of
practice, and provide emotional reassurance during complex
evaluations. - Maintain ultrasound equipment performance through
routine quality assurance checks and proper care of transducers and
imaging systems. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
including MFM physicians, OB/GYN providers, nurses, and genetic
counselors to coordinate comprehensive patient care. - Stay current
with evolving best practices, emerging technologies, and continuing
education in Maternal Fetal Medicine imaging. Requirements: -
Minimum Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound
Technologist program or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program. -
Required Licensure/Certification: Registered as a Diagnostic
Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Vascular Technologist (RVT), or
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or certified in Sonography
(S) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
State licensure if required by law. Basic Life Support (BLS)
Healthcare Provider. - Minimum Experience: None required. - BLS
through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start
date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. We
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all ways, we improve lives. UCHealth invests in its Workforce.
UCHealth offers a Three Year Incentive Bonus to recognize
employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient
experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with
UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid
out in October following completion of three years' employment.
UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive
total rewards package (benefit eligibility is based off of FTE
status): - Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage
for eligible dependents - 403(b) with employer matching
contributions - Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid
family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of
absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank -
Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment
coverage with buy-up coverage options - Employer paid short term
disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options -
Wellness benefits - Full suite of voluntary benefits such as
flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care,
health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only),
identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount
programs - Education benefits for employees, including the
opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid
for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs
may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of
tuition reimbursement each calendar year Loan Repayment: - UCHealth
is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan
Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free
assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal
student loans for forgiveness through Savi. UCHealth always
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