Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - PRN

Asct; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare institution as a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer. This role involves performing echocardiograms, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with a skilled team to enhance patient care. Ideal candidates will possess echocardiography certification and demonstrate technical proficiency, clinical judgment, and collaborative skills. Opportunities for professional growth and participation in quality improvement activities await you in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate or completion of an eligible program in echocardiography required.
• Experience varies by level, from none to 2-4 years in specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency echocardiograms including 2D, 3D, and Doppler.
• Analyze patient records and prepare preliminary reports for review.
• Provide education and case reviews, ensuring quality assurance.

Skills

Technical Proficiency

Clinical Judgment

Collaborative Skills

Education

Echocardiography Certification

Graduate Program Completion

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 University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - PRN

Job Title: Cardiac Sonographer

Job Code: 4587

FLSA: N

Job Level: F3

Revised Date: 04/22/2024

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

Duties and Responsibilities

Level I: Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, including 2D, 3D, Doppler, Transesophageal, and Stress Echocardiograms, as requested by physicians and in accordance with standard practices. Provides echocardiography services at all necessary locations, working variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage as scheduled. Operates equipment necessary for all procedures, maintains equipment, and performs routine cleaning and preventive maintenance. Analyzes patient medical records, prepares preliminary reports for review by Cardiologists, and participates in quality improvement activities. Maintains confidentiality and instructs students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested. Attends meetings and participates in conferences for professional growth.

Level II: Actively participates in patient testing, performs advanced cardiac ultrasound services, assists physicians with complex procedures, and acts as a resource and preceptor for other sonographers. Supports department objectives and quality assurance initiatives.

Level III: Performs advanced cardiac ultrasound services, functions as an expert resource, ensures quality assurance, and maintains accreditation standards. Provides education and case reviews, collaborates on policy updates, and supports departmental accreditation efforts.

Education and Experience

Graduate or completion of an eligible program, or current certification in echocardiography. Experience requirements vary by level, from none beyond education to a minimum of 2-4 years in the specialty modality.

Certifications

ARDMS/CCI certification in Echocardiography, BLS certification, with additional certifications required within specified timeframes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The description emphasizes technical proficiency, clinical judgment, educational abilities, and collaborative skills, with a focus on maintaining accreditation standards and supporting departmental goals.

Additional Information

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The community fosters collaboration, innovation, and belonging, with a shared responsibility to uphold these values. Physical and mental abilities required for specific jobs will be detailed by each department.