Cardiac Sonographer

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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.

Duke University Hospital's Cardiac Diagnostic Unit  is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to join our large, academically driven team. This is a great opportunity to grow your career and give care to patients with LVADs, heart transplants, congenital heart conditions, TAVR, as well as care for patients participating in research studies like an artificial heart!  You'll use innovative technologies to provide exceptional care and gain experience with a wide range of advanced procedures, including transthoracic, stress, pharmacological, and transesophageal echocardiograms, as well as 3D and strain imaging.

We are deeply committed to professional growth, offering opportunities in education, leadership, research, and exposure to state-of-the-art technologies. Join us and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of cardiac care.

Cardiac Sonographer
Job Title: Cardiac Sonographer
Revised Date: 04/22/2024

Commitment Bonus: This position is eligible for $10,000 Commitment bonus, Relocation Assistance available

Relocation Assistance: available to those relocating greater than 50 miles

General Description of the Job Class

Perform daily clinical operations of Echocardiography including performing Echocardiograms, entering preliminary interpretation, covering all sites and shifts including call coverage.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

Level I Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, including but not limited to 2-dimensional, 3- dimensional, Doppler, Transesophageal, and Stress Echocardiogram, as requested by physician and in accordance with standard practices. Provides echocardiography service at all necessary locations, working variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage as scheduled. Operate equipment necessary to perform all required procedures and to obtain optimal diagnostic recording; utilize ancillary devices such as selected transducers, digital networking system, off-line analysis systems. Maintain equipment in working order, making minor adjustments and repairs. Perform routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and report any equipment malfunction to echo lab manager. Analyze patient's medical record to obtain history of symptoms and necessary information for performance of diagnostic procedures. Prepares preliminary reports for review and interpretation by Cardiologist, including comparison of previous studies. Participate in quality improvement activities; evaluate procedure results for technical quality and accuracy; maintain appropriate logs, files, and records. Review department performance in relation to established goals, implementing changes to effect outcomes. Maintain confidentiality of patients, employees and corporation-related activities. Instruct students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested. Communicates technical and patient care related information according to established processes and timelines. Attends Echo Lab Meetings, participates in Echo related conferences through attendance, ensuring continuing education and professional growth. Cultivates a collaborative and cooperative work environment within department.

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/CCI certification in Echocardiography

ARDMS/CCI certification within 18 months of hire

BLS certification

Job Code: 00004587 CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER
Job Level: F3

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