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We are continuing to expand and grow! Inova is looking for dedicated Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographers to join the team. We have PRN, Part-time and Full-time positions available across multiple sites. Full-time positions are eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.  

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. 

All Inova Antenatal Testing Centers

• AIUM accredited Maternal Fetal Medicine Antenatal Testing Center
• Press Ganey 2025 Health System of the year (Patient Experience)
• Magnet designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for nursing excellence.
• Access to a structured Fetal Echo Training Program

Fairfax Antenatal Testing Center

• 11 ultrasound rooms, including a dedicated inpatient room and a lead sonographer
• The Joint Commission Maternal Level of Care IV designation - caring for high-risk, high-acuity patients
• On-site Genetic Counselors and a comprehensive Fetal Care Center
• Fetal Echo exams performed at this location
• Advanced procedures offered on site, including amniocentesis, CVS, and fetal transfusions

Alexandria Antenatal Testing Center

• 6 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
• Recipient of the Healthgrades 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award
• "A" Grade for Hospital Safety from the Leapfrog Group, Spring 2025
• On-site Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (FNP-BC) specializing in diabetes management for expecting patients

Loudoun Antenatal Testing Center

• 4 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
• Fetal Echo exams performed on site
• 5-Star quality rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for safety, timeliness, and effectiveness of care
• Leapfrog Group "A" Grade for Hospital Safety every year since 2012

Fair Oaks Antenatal Testing Center

• 4 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
• U.S. News & World Report "High-Performing" rating for Maternity Services (2025) - the only hospital in Northern Virginia to achieve this four years in a row
• Recognized three times as a Magnet-designated facility
• Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Grade, Spring 2025
• CMS 5-Star Hospital rating for 2025

Willow Oaks (MFM Office)

• 3 dedicated ultrasound rooms 
• Collaborative care model with endocrinology and cardiology to support maternal wellbeing throughout pregnancy

MFM Sonographer Perks

• Annual access to CME activities and continuing sonographer education
• Manageable daily schedules (maximum of 8-10 patient exams, with limits on detailed studies)
• Opportunities to serve as a preceptor, training ultrasound and fellow sonographers within Inova MFM
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Access to a structured Fetal Echo Training Program
• Daily engagement with providers and active participation in case discussions

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and more!

Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer Specialty Job Responsibilities:

• Communicates effectively with the patient to obtain clinical maternal-fetal history/informed consent from the patient or patient's chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination, as evidenced by the exam results. Explains the procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation, as evidenced by customer satisfaction. Assists the physicians in performing CVS, Amniocentesis, and image optimization studies using departmental protocols to provide optimum results.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of maternal fetal ultrasound principles and theory as they pertain to the specialized area. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of specialized fetal anatomy, pathology and physiology as well as the systemic effect of other systems Utilizes fetal anatomical knowledge to position patients to optimize image quality during examination while still providing for patient comfort and safety. Demonstrates critical thinking skills as well as the ability to enhance the procedure with additional modalities and views based on identified disease processes and fetal anomalies Independently utilizes analytical abilities to determine the selection of images that are presented to the physician for interpretation. Demonstrates the ability to accurately measure maternal fetal area structures and pathology to further determine the direction of the exam and identify fetal anomalies. Provides clinical services according to specialized maternal fetal ultrasound practice standards to detect fetal anomalies and acts as a resource to students, nurses, fellows and other technologists, to ensure optimal department functions. Accurately obtain and evaluate color flow and Doppler waveforms using this information to determine if further evaluation is needed. Records all data, images and technical notes that provide the preliminary report to facilitate the physician's ability to interpret the information.
• Participates in department/hospital performance improvement initiatives, in-services, and meetings, as evidenced by attendance records.
• Demonstrates the ability to use proper cleaning techniques on all ultrasound imaging transducers. Demonstrates the correct high level disinfection procedure, according to hospital policies when needed. As well as properly utilize and maintain the high-level disinfection device within the department. Maintains all logs associated with this technique. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Start; Successful completion of the Inova Nuchal Translucency (NT) Program is required within 6 months for team members without the Nuchal Translucency Certification.; Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Start
• Licensure - None required
• Experience - Two years of hospital or doctor's office-based experience in the performance of specialized maternal-fetal sonography detecting fetal anomalies
• Education - High School diploma or equivalent; Degree from Accredited Sonography Training Program

Preferred Qualifications: 

• MFM Experience