Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatrics

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Duke Health Integrated Practice

Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.

$15,000 Commitment Bonus & $8,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates!

JOB LOCATION:

Duke Children’s Creekstone - 4709 Page Road

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to provide patient and provider support by using ultrasound imaging technologies to aid in diagnosing and treating cardiac conditions.  

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations.
• Examinations may include, but are not limited to, transthoracic echocardiography, 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional imaging, myocardial mechanics/strain imaging, transesophageal echocardiography, stress echocardiography, congenital echocardiography, and echocardiographic support of interventional and procedural services, based on location, training, demonstrated competency, and operational needs.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of care.
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate based on anatomical, pathological, hemodynamic, and diagnostic information.
• Uses independent judgment during the echocardiographic examination to accurately differentiate between normal and abnormal findings and obtain the necessary diagnostic information based on the patient's clinical presentation.
• Analyzes echocardiographic images and data, synthesizes sonographic findings with relevant medical history and clinical information, and communicates findings to the interpreting physician according to established processes and timelines.
• Reviews the patient's medical record to obtain relevant history, symptoms, prior imaging, and other information necessary for the performance and interpretation of the diagnostic examination.
• Prepares preliminary echocardiographic findings and measurements for review and interpretation by the physician, including comparison with previous studies when appropriate.
• Operates equipment necessary to perform assigned echocardiographic procedures and obtain optimal diagnostic recordings. Utilizes appropriate transducers, digital networking systems, image analysis software, and other ancillary equipment as required.
• Evaluates examination results for technical quality, completeness, and accuracy and obtains additional images, measurements, or information when necessary.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, privacy, mental comfort, and physical comfort of patients while they are in the cardiac sonographer's care.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the health care team, recognizing the specialized nature of echocardiographic examinations and individual patient needs.
• Coordinates with other staff and departments to assure appropriate and timely patient care.
• Provides echocardiography services at assigned locations and may work variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergent call coverage based on location and operational needs.
• Assists with the daily clinical operations and workflow of the echocardiography department.
• Completes examination documentation, tracking, and billing accurately and according to departmental requirements.
• Maintains echocardiographic equipment and work areas and ensures appropriate supplies are available.
• Performs routine cleaning and basic equipment maintenance in accordance with established procedures.
• Reports equipment failures or malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor, staff member, or service representative.
• Establishes and maintains productive, ethical, collaborative working relationships with coworkers, physicians, referring providers, other health care professionals, and external partners.
• Participates in departmental quality improvement and quality assurance activities to support high-quality, accurate, and consistent echocardiographic imaging.
• Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation and adherence to applicable regulatory, institutional, and professional standards.
• Participates in departmental meetings, educational conferences, case reviews, in-services, and other activities supporting continuing education and professional growth.
• Assists in the clinical education and training of cardiac sonography students during clinical rotations.
• Provides education, instruction, and support to new cardiac sonographers and other personnel as appropriate.
• Assists in teaching echocardiographic techniques, image acquisition, and cardiac ultrasound principles to physicians, residents, fellows, students, and other health care professionals as appropriate.
• Demonstrates proficiency in assigned echocardiographic procedures and performs examinations independently within the individual's training and demonstrated competencies.
• Maintains required competencies and participates in ongoing professional development related to advances in echocardiography, cardiac imaging, technology, and patient care.
• Maintains patient, employee, and organizational confidentiality in accordance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• **DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging Services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital or clinic 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.
ARDMS and/or CCI certification in Echocardiography. Required cardiac sonography registry/certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
BLS Certification

JOB HOURS: 
The schedule for this position is 32 hours a week, Monday to Friday, dayshfits.