Sonographer - Duke Women's Health and Plastic Surgery Arringdon (Commitment Bonus Eligible) at Duke Health

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

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JOB LOCATION:

Duke Women's Health and Plastic Surgery Arringdon - 5601 Arringdon Park Dr

$10,000 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 4 equal installments over 24 months in 6-month increments.

**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the Commitment bonus.**

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Sonographer in our Duke Women's Health and Plastic Surgery Arringdon clinic located in Morrisville, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients.

JOB 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.
• 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.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
• 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.
• ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire.
• BLS certificationBLS certification

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts.

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

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