***This Position is Eligible for a Lump Sum of $3,000 Relocation and $10,000 Commitment Bonus***
Location: Duke University Hospital
Work Week: 4x10 hr shifts, 6:30am-5pm, no weekends
General Description of the Job Class
Operation of sonographic equipment, perform and communicate results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
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Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
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Exams performed include carotid, AAA, resting and exercise ABI, renal, upper and lower extremity venous and arterial, hemodialysis graft, pre-op mapping, venous insufficiency, mesenteric, pseudo aneurysm and EVAR and bypass grafts.
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Follow established departmental policy.
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Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
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Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
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Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Radiologist.
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Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.
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Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs.
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Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department.
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Completes exam tracking/billing accurately on a daily basis.
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Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies.
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Establishes and maintains productive ethical working relationships with coworkers, referring providers and commercial agencies.
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Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
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Assist in training of ultrasound students during clinical rotations.
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Performs other work-related duties as assigned
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Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures and does not require assistance from fellow sonographers.
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Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers.
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Assist in teaching of ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows.
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Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
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Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.
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Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation.
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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
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Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
Experience
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None required beyond above education/certification requirements.
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Level I - Must obtain ARDMS certifications as required by each entity within 18 months of employment.
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Level II - Minimum of two years' experience as a Sonographer.
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Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
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ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire.
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ARDMS - RVT
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BLS certification
