Diagnostic Sonographer — First Shift (On-Site) — Relocation/Bonus

Duke University; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Commitment bonus

Job summary

Duke Health Cary seeks a Diagnostic Sonographer to operate ultrasound equipment and perform diagnostic examinations on-site in Cary, NC. The role requires communicating results to Radiologists and handling various exam types with rotating holidays.

The position emphasizes patient safety, comfort, and collaboration with the health care team while maintaining equipment and daily ultrasound operations.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Diagnostic ultrasound

Patient care

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Duke Health Cary seeks a Diagnostic Sonographer to operate ultrasound equipment and perform diagnostic examinations on-site in Cary, NC. The role requires communicating results to Radiologists and handling various exam types with rotating holidays.

The position emphasizes patient safety, comfort, and collaboration with the health care team while maintaining equipment and daily ultrasound operations.