Maternal-Fetal Ultrasound Specialist — Career Growth

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); In loco; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Sonographer to operate ultrasound equipment and communicate results to the radiology team. The role requires performing abdominal, obstetric, vascular and other diagnostic exams with patient comfort and safety as priorities.

The position offers opportunities for clinical ladder advancement within the imaging services, ARDMS certification within 18 months, and collaboration across departments to ensure high-quality patient care.

Competenze

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility for registry/certification.
• ARDMS certification within 18 months of hire.
• RDMS and RVT preferred.
• BLS certification.
• Level II: two years' experience; Level III: four years in specialty modality.

Mansioni

• Performs clinical ultrasound examinations.
• Analyzes sonograms and communicates findings to the Radiologist.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety and comfort.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and supplies.
• Assists in training ultrasound students.
• Completes exam tracking/billing daily.
• Coordinates with staff to assure appropriate patient care.
• Provides direction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers.
• Reports equipment failures and participates in accreditation maintenance.

Conoscenze

Ultrasound examinations

Patient safety

Team communication

Formazione

Registry/certification eligible or certified

Strumenti

Ultrasound equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Sonographer to operate ultrasound equipment and communicate results to the radiology team. The role requires performing abdominal, obstetric, vascular and other diagnostic exams with patient comfort and safety as priorities.

The position offers opportunities for clinical ladder advancement within the imaging services, ARDMS certification within 18 months, and collaboration across departments to ensure high-quality patient care.