Duke University Health System
Diagnostic Sonographer - Second Shift
Duke University Health System, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Overview
Diagnostic Sonographer - Second Shift at Duke University Health System About Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Hospital. Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, with 204 beds, offers services including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, GI, and wound healing care. This position is eligible for relocation and a $10,000 commitment bonus. Work Week: Tuesday–Friday 12:00 pm–10:30 pm, rotating call and holidays. General Description Of The Job Class
Operation of sonographic equipment, perform and communicate results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Duties And Responsibilities
Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures. Follow established departmental policy. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Radiologist. Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care. Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient\'s needs. Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department. Completes exam tracking/billing accurately on a daily basis. Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies. Establishes and maintains productive ethical working relationships with coworkers, referring providers and commercial agencies. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Assist in training of ultrasound students during clinical rotations. Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures and does not require assistance from fellow sonographers. Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers. Assist in teaching of ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member. Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation. Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein. DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system. Required Qualifications At This Level
Education
Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification. Experience
None required beyond above education/certification requirements. Level I - Must obtain ARDMS certifications as required by each entity within 18 months of employment. Level II - Minimum of two years\' experience as a Sonographer. Level III - A minimum of 4 years\' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire. RDMS and RVT preferred. BLS certification. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual\'s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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Diagnostic Sonographer - Second Shift at Duke University Health System About Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Hospital. Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, with 204 beds, offers services including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, GI, and wound healing care. This position is eligible for relocation and a $10,000 commitment bonus. Work Week: Tuesday–Friday 12:00 pm–10:30 pm, rotating call and holidays. General Description Of The Job Class
Operation of sonographic equipment, perform and communicate results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Duties And Responsibilities
Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures. Follow established departmental policy. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Radiologist. Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care. Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient\'s needs. Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department. Completes exam tracking/billing accurately on a daily basis. Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies. Establishes and maintains productive ethical working relationships with coworkers, referring providers and commercial agencies. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Assist in training of ultrasound students during clinical rotations. Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures and does not require assistance from fellow sonographers. Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers. Assist in teaching of ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member. Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation. Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein. DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system. Required Qualifications At This Level
Education
Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification. Experience
None required beyond above education/certification requirements. Level I - Must obtain ARDMS certifications as required by each entity within 18 months of employment. Level II - Minimum of two years\' experience as a Sonographer. Level III - A minimum of 4 years\' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire. RDMS and RVT preferred. BLS certification. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual\'s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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