Planned Parenthood of Greater New York is seeking a per diem
Sonographer to join our Clinical Services team.
This is an exciting and important time at Planned Parenthood of Greater New York . We are building on our strength with dynamic new leadership, talented staff members, engaged donors and activists, and amazing community partners. We are determined to thrive and grow in these times of transition and resistance.Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) stands strong as a trusted provider of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care, an accurate source of sexual health information, and a steadfast partner in the ongoing fight to achieve sexual and reproductive justice, especially health and racial equity. Working at PPGNY is more than a job. It is an opportunity to help ensure that all New Yorkers have access to affordable, high-quality sexual and reproductive health care and evidence-based education programming so they can lead healthy lives and fulfill their dreams. We approach our work through a reproductive justice lens, seeking to break down the barriers that prevent individuals from accessing the health care and information they need and deserve.What the Sonographer does:
- The Sonographer is responsible for performing abdominal and vaginal ultra-sound scans on all referred patients to estimate gestational age.
- Additionally, the Sonographer performs intra-procedural sonography at medical providers’ request, as needed for services provided by PPGNY.
- The sonographer works to provide follow-up sonograms, as needed and prepares and signs ultra-sound reports with accompany photograph for medical records. In additional to providing exception patient-centered care while performing sonograms, the sonographers work as part of a larger sonography team.
- As part of the sonography team, the float sonographer may be asked to train relief staff as needed, order supplies as need, and work to keep exam rooms appropriately stocked.
- The float sonographer accepts individual and joint responsibility for and participates in achieving established revenue cycle goals, health center efforts to comply with quality assurance guidelines and regulations, and efforts to improve customer relations. T
- he sonographer understands and commits to modeling excellent customer service in all aspects of health care delivery, works effectively with volunteers, trainees, temps, and agency colleagues and understands and commits to customer oriented approach to health care delivery.
Qualifications:
- A demonstrated commitment to PPGNY’s mission related to bodily autonomy, health equity, and gender and racial justice
- High school diploma/GED
- Certification as a sonography technician in New York State.
- Patient care experience, preferably in sexual and reproductive health
- A demonstrated commitment to learning about and enhancing practices related to racial equity and its impact on healthcare systems.
- Experience with electronic health record implementation
- Strong relationship building and communication skills, including an ability to work and build trust across cultural differences related to related to race, class, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or ability; and to reflect on one’s personal identity with humility
- Previous experience in a high-volume customer service role
- Ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental and culturally responsive care across race, class, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or ability; and demonstrates deep sense of accountability to patient experience
PPGNY's benefits package includes:Generous PTO and holiday scheduleMedical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependentsFSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement fundsShort and Long Term Disability, Free Basic Life and ADamp;D401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment
All positions at PPGNY require:Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our 28 health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically-accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and