Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer - 1st Shift

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About Duke University Hospital

 

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

 

**** This Position is Eligible for Relocation and $10,000 Commitment Bonus ****

 

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 hour shifts (between the hours of 7:15am to 5:30pm)

 

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

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.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned

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 of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)or Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC); or equivalent combination of training and/or experience (may substitute with ARDMS certification on or before December 31, 2000)

 

Experience

 

 

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty (ies) as appropriate.

 

Level I RDMS registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or registry eligible and become registered within twelve (12) months of employment.

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Must obtain ARDMS certifications in Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular 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 four years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion

 

BLS certification

 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 

 

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

N/A

 

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