Job Summary:

The Lead Fertility Sonographer serves as the clinical and operational leader for the sonography team. This role involves performing a full range of complex fertility-related ultrasound procedures while also overseeing the quality, efficiency, and skill development of the department. The Lead Sonographer operates advanced ultrasound equipment to produce diagnostic images, assists in procedures, and acts as the primary resource for the sonography staff. This individual is a key liaison, fostering exceptional communication and collaboration between sonographers, physicians, nurses, and laboratory staff to ensure the highest standard of patient care.

Essential Job Functions:

• Leadership & Administrative Responsibilities:
  • Team Leadership: Serves as the primary clinical resource for the sonography team, providing day-to-day guidance, support, and technical expertise whiling working closely with the Ultrasound/Medical Assistant Supervisor.
  • Training & Development: Leads the orientation and training for all new sonographers.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Drives quality improvement initiatives for the department. Conducts regular image quality audits and provides constructive feedback to staff to ensure adherence to established protocols and standards.
• Operational Oversight:
  • Assists management with creating staff schedules to ensure adequate clinical coverage. Oversees the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of all ultrasound equipment. Manages inventory of sonography-related supplies.
• Interdepartmental Liaison:
  • Acts as the key communication link between the sonography team and other departments to optimize patient flow and resolve operational issues.

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Core Clinical Responsibilities:

• Performs a wide range of transvaginal and abdominal ultrasound studies, including follicular monitoring, early OB scans, comprehensive pelvic exams, and procedural guidance.
• Provides ultrasound guidance for clinical procedures, including embryo transfers, saline infusion sonohysterograms (SIS), and other office-based procedures.
• Works within a multidisciplinary team to identify patients? care requirements, establishing personal rapport and focusing on their needs.
• Prepares patients for examinations, providing clear explanations of procedures and nurturing a compassionate, supportive environment.
• Selects appropriate equipment settings, positions patients correctly, and makes necessary measurements and calculations with precision.
• Documents results accurately and efficiently utilizing the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Maintains a clean and safe environment, adhering to all infection control policies and care regulations.
• Maintains all required licensures and certifications.
• Travels to other practice sites as necessary.