Cardiac Sonographer at Duke Raleigh

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Cardiac Sonographer to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing echocardiograms, maintaining equipment, and preparing reports for cardiologists. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and a commitment to quality improvement. With a supportive environment that values collaboration and innovation, this position offers a $10,000 commitment bonus and opportunities for professional growth. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Commitment bonus

Relocation assistance

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of a program for Echocardiography registry/certification.
• ARDMS certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency echocardiograms as requested by physicians.
• Maintain equipment and analyze patient medical records for diagnostic procedures.
• Prepare preliminary reports for Cardiologists and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Echocardiography

Patient Care

Equipment Operation

Quality Improvement

Education

Graduate or completion of a program for registry/certification

ARDMS/CCI certification in Echocardiography

BLS certification

Tools

Echocardiogram equipment

Digital networking systems

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. The campus features 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

Job Title: Cardiac Sonographer

Revised Date: 04/22/2024

Commitment Bonus: This position is eligible for a $10,000 commitment bonus. Relocation assistance is available.

Relocation Assistance: Available to those relocating more than 50 miles.

General Description of the Job Class

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

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, including 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional, Doppler, Transesophageal, and Stress Echocardiograms, as requested by physicians and in accordance with standard practices.
2. Provide echocardiography services at all necessary locations, working variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage as scheduled.
3. Operate equipment necessary to perform all required procedures and obtain optimal diagnostic recordings; utilize ancillary devices such as transducers, digital networking systems, and off-line analysis systems.
4. Maintain equipment in working order, making minor adjustments and repairs, performing routine cleaning, and reporting malfunctions.
5. Analyze patient medical records to obtain history of symptoms and necessary information for diagnostic procedures.
6. Prepare preliminary reports for review and interpretation by Cardiologists, including comparison with previous studies.
7. Participate in quality improvement activities, evaluate procedure results for technical quality and accuracy, and maintain logs, files, and records.
8. Review department performance against goals and implement changes to improve outcomes.
9. Maintain confidentiality of patients, employees, and activities.
10. Instruct students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested.
11. Attend meetings and conferences to ensure continuing education and professional growth.
12. Cultivate a collaborative and cooperative work environment.

Required Qualifications

Education:	Graduate or completion of a program meeting eligibility requirements for registry/certification, or currently holds required registry or certification.
Experience:	None required beyond education/certification. Level I must obtain ARDMS certifications within 18 months; Level II requires at least two years' experience; Level III requires at least four years' experience in the specialty modality.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:	ARDMS/CCI certification in Echocardiography; BLS certification; certifications must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

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