Diagnostic Sonographer - PRN

 

Location: Duke University Hospital

Work Week: PRN as needed

 

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 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.

• 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 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.
• BLS certification