Diagnostic Sonographer - Duke Health Cary - Third Shift

Duke University; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Commitment bonus

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Duke Health Cary is seeking a Diagnostic Sonographer for the third shift at our Cary, NC facility. Operate ultrasound equipment, perform diagnostic exams, and communicate results to radiologists.

Position includes a relocation bonus of 3,000 and a commitment bonus of 15,000 under the announced terms. The role requires ARDMS certification eligibility or current certification, with Level II/III progression based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have general registry/certification eligibility or hold current ARDMS certification.
• Level I requires ARDMS within 18 months of employment.
• Level II requires two years' experience as a Sonographer.
• Level III requires 4 years' experience in the specialty modality.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical ultrasound examinations and communicates findings.
• Exams include abdominal, vascular, ob-gyn, small parts, and other procedures.
• Uses ultrasound skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures.
• Maintains patient safety and comfort during procedures.
• Assists in training ultrasound students and physicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Ultrasound proficiency

Patient care

Education

ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire

RDMS and RVT preferred

BLS certification

Job description

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Diagnostic Sonographer - Duke Health Cary - Third Shift

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 276128

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location: Cary, NC, US, 27519

Date: Oct 15, 2026

Duke Health Cary: Opening inSpring2027, the next phase of this 85-acre, mixed use walkableDuke Health Cary campus will add emergency services, inpatient care, surgical services, imaging, specialty care, and infusion services, creating more than 230 career opportunities.Joining Duke Health Caryoffers the opportunity to build something new,grow your career, and support our mission of advancing health across the communities we serve.

**** This Position is Eligible for a Lump Sum of $3,000 Relocation and $15,000 Commitment Bonus ****

Location: Duke Health Cary

Work Week: Monday-Wednesday 6:30pm-7am. Rotating holidays required. Call 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 include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular, infant head/hip/spine, and interventional procedures.
• 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.
• RDMS and RVT preferred.
• BLS certification

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